NestWatch

You are a member of one of the world's largest research teams!  Your observations will be added to a continually growing database that is used to monitor population trends, nesting phenology, and the behavior of birds across the country.  Through our collective efforts, we are gathering information that can be used to effectively conserve birds everywhere.  Together we can make a difference.

Think outside the box!  NestWatch collects data on all types of nests, so the next time that you are checking your nest box please take a quick look around and see if there might be a nest in a nearby shrub or tree.

This project is based upon work supported by the National Science Foundation under grant No. 0540185. Any opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in these materials are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Science Foundation.

NestWatch News - February 2012

Love Birds
Since February is the month of love, we wanted to share some fascinating mating rituals performed by a few of our favorite birds. From the sweet to the just plain strange, read on to learn how these birds say “Be mine.”

NestCams
Congratulations to Rusty and Iris, the Great Horned Owls! Iris is incubating two eggs, which we expect to hatch around February 21. While you’re waiting for fluffy owlets, be sure to explore the NestCams archives.

Join the Great Backyard Bird Count
The 15th annual Great Backyard Bird Count is coming up February 17-20, and you’re invited to join one of the largest, most enjoyable citizen-science projects on the planet. Make your birds count!

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