Name: Wild Birds Unlimited
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May Nature Happenings

In early May, the Great Crested Flycatcher, Eastern Wood-Pewees, Sedge and Marsh Wrens return from winter their habitats.
In early to mid-May, vireos and cuckoos return from their winter habitats.
Nighthawks are not hawks, but members of the nightjar family. They are common in cities and around streetlights 'hawking' for insects.
Lilacs reach full bloom.
Peak of warbler migration early in month.
Rose-breasted Grosbeaks, Nighthawks, Wood Thrush, Veerys and Chimney Swifts return.
Sub-adult Purple Martins return to establish new colonies early in month.
Peak of bird courtship. Listen for the morning chorus.
Orioles begin nesting.
The year's first fireflies can be seen.
Chickadees and titmice become scarce at feeders as they nest and raise their young.
Eta Aquarids meteor shower is early-May.
World Migratory Bird Day is officially celebrated on the second Saturday of May in Canada and the US, and the second Saturday of October in Mexico, Central and South America, and the Caribbean. However, every day is Bird Day, and you can celebrate birds and host events any day of the year! https://www.migratorybirdday.org/
The Basics of Bird Migration: Click this link to learn more!