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New Hampshire’s Backyard Winter Bird Survey
By Donna rhoDes
REGION – Bird lovers are invited to participate in the 2022 Annual Backyard Winter Bird Survey on Feb. 13th and 14th to help N.H. Audubon learn more about the species of birds popu- lating the state this time of year and how they are thriving.
The survey began in New Hampshire back in 1967, known then as the “Cardinal-Tufted Tit- mouse Survey.” In 1987 it was expanded to include any species of winter birds in the state. That information gathered through the backyard observations sup- plies them with data on the abun- dance and distribution of winter birds in the state, whether they be hawks, woodpeckers, chickadees, sparrows, blue jays, or cardinals.
Residents are asked to down- load a survey form from the N.H. Audubon’s website then simply keep an eye on their yards and feeders over the second weekend in February. On the survey, they then report a count of the birds spotted from the comfort of their home. Even if the bird is flying by or swimming in nearby open water yet can be seen and identi- fied from your yard, they should be included in the count. How- ever, the counts should only be reported for the maximum num- ber of any species seen at one
to Take Place in Mid-February
time. In other words, if five blue jays are at the feeder at 9 a.m., eight are spotted at noon and only one at 3 p.m., write eight on the form, not the cumulative number for the day. Having a “scratch sheet” to track your counts will make it easier to then place the highest one-time count on the survey.
Several species of birds are similar in appearance, so NHA asks that people be specific as to which species of sparrow, finch, etc., was spotted. For those who may not be sure, their website contains a link to descriptions of commonly confused species as well as a Quick Reference Guide to aid in proper identification. A field guide to birds is also useful for proper identification. Even those not familiar with many spe- cies are encouraged to take part, just noting the counts of the birds with which they are familiar.
There is no need to linger by the window all weekend either. The organization says people can watch as often as they like, whether it be five minutes every hour or more. Note how many minutes or hours you do accu- mulate, though, and note the total on your submission form.
While most common bird spe- cies will be listed on the survey, there are also blank lines to re- cord additional and/or unusual
Photo Courtesy of Beth Krefski
On Feb 12-13, birds such as this beautiful woodpecker are among those that the N.H. Audubon asks people to count during their 2022 Winter Backyard Bird Survey.
web page under “Documenting Unusual Birds.”
Squirrels dining at the bird- feeders are also part of the sur- vey. They should be counted in the same “most at one time” manner as birds and noted as to which species, red or gray, they were.
To obtain a survey and learn more about how to be part of this fun and educational activity, please go to www.nhbirdrecords. org/backyard-winter-bird-sur- vey.
Donations from the public are what fund the annual winter bird survey to give N.H. Audubon ex- perts a better understanding of the status of bird populations in the state. Those who would like to make a contribution can mail in a check (made out to N.H. Audubon) along with their sur- vey or call their membership de- partment at 603-224-9909, ext. 310 to use a credit card. Online donations are also gratefully ac- cepted through the N.H. Audu- bon website.
The results of this year’s sur- vey will be available online as soon as the final tally is complete.
species that may be seen. Should participants spot an unusual spe- cies, they are asked to provide a detailed description of that bird as well as its behavior that day. In
order to be included in the Audu- bon’s final tally for 2022, a photo is requested. More information on how to place the sighting on a survey can be found on their
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