Blue Jays bury acorns and other nuts to be eaten later. They have an excellent memory and know where most acorns are buried. As a result of uneaten, cached acorns, this species is responsible for "planting" some oak trees. - What is Caching?
Cormorants, geese, ducks, cranes, etc. usually fly in a "V" formation. Supposedly, all but the lead bird gain lift from wing-tipped vortices produced by the lead bird.
This is the month to install and repair nest boxes for use next year. You can also leave clean nesting boxes up through the winter to give your birds a warm and safe place to stay when the temperatures drop.
Pine Siskin return early this month and in late September.
Sandhill Cranes return to the area.
Autumn colors peak in the third week of October.
Waterfowl migration continues to build.
Ruby-throated Hummingbirds have departed by the 15th.
Most Wood Ducks migrate south this month.
White-tailed Deer bucks go into rut.
Juncos and White-throated Sparrows become common at feeders.
Orionids meteor shower is late-October.
Offer your birds high-fat foods such as In-Shell peanuts, Roasted Peanuts, and Suet to get them built up for the colder nights.
