American Robin
Migration Update: March 4, 2008 
Please Report
Your Sightings! >>

Today's Report Includes:

 


Photo: Tom Grey
So far, only a few robins have begun to sing. Get ready so you can be as certain as this observer! >>
The Migration: Maps, Questions, Highlights

First Seen
(map/sightings)

First Wave
(map/sightings)

First Song Heard
(map/sightings)
Today's Map Questions
>>

Highlights:
Polish up on your observation skills this week while you wait and watch for YOUR first robin sighting.
“ Flocks of robins ‘whinnying’ have been seen in our school yard this week. One of our students saw a big flock at her house on Feb. 11. We haven't had them around this winter, like usual. It was good to see them.” Cub Run, KY

  • More Robin Migration Highlights >>

Map Questions >>
Ask the Expert: Opens March 7 

Once again this year, robin expert Laura Erickson will respond to students' questions about robins!
From her new birding location in Ithaca, NY, Laura will be giving you her expert answers.
Open March 7 - March 21, 2008.
Answers will be posted April, 4, 2008

  • Submit your questions Friday, March 7 >>
Report Your Sightings! What, Where & How

What to Report >>

  • The first robin you SEE
  • WAVES of robins
  • The first robin you HEAR singing

Where to Report
Click the word "Sightings" on the navigation bar above.

How to Report >>
 Put a Practice Report on the Map
Links: More Robin Resources to Explore
  • Background: About Journey North's Robin Migration Study >>
  • Explore: Robin Vocalization Dictionary >>
  • Contributing: Report Your Robin Sightings >>
  • Predicting (Lesson): Testing a Temperature Theory About Robin Migration >>
More Robin Lessons and Teaching Ideas!

The Next American Robin Migration Update Will Be Posted on March 11, 2008.

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