American Robin
Migration Update: April 3, 2007
Please Report
Your Sightings! >>

Today's Report Includes:


Photo: Elizabeth Howard
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:
“Snow is melting fast but we still have some 2 foot drifts. First territorial song heard today by a robin along with the first territorial cardinal call. First snowdrops bloomed today as well. Overcast, but 58 degrees. Spring truly is at our doorstep at long last!” From Bridgeport, VT 03/27/07

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


Map Questions Handout >>

Exploring in the Field: Which is Male and Which is Female?

Often male and female birds of the same species will look different. A quick look at robins might make you think that they all look the same, but is this really true?

Study this photograph showing a pair of robins. One is male and one is female. You decide whether the birds look the same >>

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Links: More Robin Resources to Explore
  • Tips: Report Your Robin Sightings >>
  • 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) >>
More Robin Lessons and Teaching Ideas!

The Next Robin Migration Update Will Be Posted on April 10, 2007.

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