Hummingbird Update: February 8, 2012 |
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Welcome to
Journey North's 19th season! We
will be tracking the spring migration of the ruby-throated and rufous
hummingbirds on their journey north this spring. Plus, we will be collecting your sightings of the other species found in North America. Meet and get to know our hummingbirds.
This Week's Update Includes:
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News: Winter Hummingbird Sightings | |||||||
While we wait and watch the maps for the start of the spring migration, it is interesting to note where overwintering birds have been reported in this in-between season.
You can see all the winter sightings, but here are just a few selections:
02/02/12 Ormond Beach, Florida 02/05/12 San Antonio, Texas 02/01/12 Sharpsburg, Maryland 01/20/12 Knoxville, Tennessee 11/12/11- 01/23/12 Tinton Falls, New Jersey 01/28/12 Rialto, California
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Activity: Mapping Species Distribution | |||||||
There are over 300 different species of hummingbirds in the world. Learn about the fifteen species commonly found in North America. Examine data and create a species distribution map to explore this question:
"Where in North America are different species found?"
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Mapping Activity |
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Latest Maps: Who's Seeing Hummingbirds? | |||||||
All hummingbirds do not go to Central America in the winter. Please help us document where hummingbirds are located this winter!
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Report Your Sightings! | |||||||
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The next Hummingbird Migration Update will be posted on February 22, 2012. | |||||||