American Robin
Migration Update: March 20, 2007
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Today's Report Includes:


Photo: Mitch Verrier
The Migration: Maps, Questions, Highlights

Robins: 1st SEEN
Map

Robins: WAVES
Map

Robins: SINGING
Map
Data for classroom mapping.

The map of Robins Singing will show the clearest pattern each spring. This is why we provide "Robins Singing" data for classroom mapping.
Map Animation: Watch the migration! We'll add new maps to this animation each week. >>

Highlights: “Good luck, Turdus migratorius!” (Did you know Turdus migratorius is the robin’s official scientific name?)
A wave of robins sighted in Anchorage, AK! (61.22N -149.87W) “We didn't hear any song, but then there is little for them to sing about,” they wrote, “we still have 2 feet of snow on the ground and the temperatures are only hitting the low 20's in the day. Good luck, Turdus migratorius!”

Sounds like spring is returning to Madoc, ON (44.30N -77.28W) Their report included this excitement, “The robins have returned! I heard their chirpy voices early this morning while I was outside in the sugar bush... sounds like about a dozen males singing that territory song. They came back overnight and the red wing blackbirds seem to have come with them - both species are singing this morning.”

And finally, from Bobcaygeon, ON (44.33N -78.33W), “One lonely Robin singing its little heart out.”

Keep your eye on the robin maps and read all the sighting news from across the continent >>

Today's Map Questions Handout >>
Explore Further: When Will the First Robin Reach Shageluk, Alaska?

A news bulletin just arrived with clues for your prediction!
Here’s the latest from Shageluk:
"Last week we had the Iditarod Sled Dog Race come through town. We've had, on an average for the past two weeks, temps ranging from -20 F to 0! It's been cold and windy, unusual weather for our area. It was hard on the mushers and dogs! All of the teams that came through had jackets on.
“According to our bird observation chart we should be seeing snow buntings and Bald Eagles very soon, if not already! The earliest to see both is the first week of March; the latest for both, the last week in March. I am wondering if the cold winds are keeping the birds from coming!"
It’s not too late to adjust your prediction. Pull out your journals and think about these details.
Links: More Robin Resources to Explore
  • Tips: Report Your Robin Sightings >>
  • Ask the Expert (March 9-23!): Send Your Questions >>
  • Listening: Play Name That Tune >>
  • Analyzing: Recognizing a Good Territory from Above >>
  • Observing: Robins of a Different Feather >>
  • Planning Ahead: What to Watch For (Spring Phenology of Robins) >>
  • Mapping: How to Use Journey North's Live Maps >>
More Robin Lessons and Teaching Ideas!

The Next Robin Migration Update Will Be Posted on March 27, 2007 (data only).

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