October 10, 2025
May brings a burst of bird migration to New Hampshire, with warblers, hummingbirds, and colorful songbirds arriving in waves. Look for Ruby-throated Hummingbirds early in the month, followed by Rose-breasted Grosbeaks, Indigo Buntings, and Baltimore Orioles.
October 10, 2025
Spring migration continues! This April watch for more birds arriving each week from Chipping Sparrows to Pine Warblers there is lots to see. Here’s what to watch for this month:
October 10, 2025
March marks the beginning of incredible bird movement in New Hampshire! While things may start slowly, signs of migration are all around—especially with waterfowl and early-season displays. Here’s what to watch for this month:
October 10, 2025
As February arrives, subtle signs of seasonal change begin to emerge. Enjoy the beauty of this month and the first signs of spring to come.
October 10, 2025
A new year brings fresh opportunities for birding. Many birders kick off the year by starting new bird lists, making even the first-of-year (FOY) American Crow a welcome and exciting sighting.
October 8, 2025
These days, when one mentions birding Horseshoe Pond, it is necessary to distinguish between the site in Concord (traditionally the more frequented) and the one in Merrimack. The latter has, in my humble and admittedly biased opinion, more than earned its place among the worthwhile birding hotspots in the south-central portion of the state.
October 7, 2025
David Govatski is a well-known birder and naturalist in New Hampshire. He is active in many conservation organizations and is a popular speaker at the Tin Mountain Conservation Center and elsewhere.
October 7, 2025
During migration, New Hampshire sees two similar-looking plovers: the uncommon American Golden-Plover and the more common Black-bellied Plover. Can you tell them apart?
October 6, 2025
From June through July of 2025 (the summer season) birders reported 251 species of birds in New Hampshire. This was right in line with the last several years of reporting, and the second highest species count for the summer behind 2021 when 253 summer species were reported.
October 6, 2025
Sandpipers can be tricky, especially inland or when seen alone. Can you figure out which species is pictured in this fall photo quiz?