Tracking Rare Whippoorwills on the Island

The Manuel F. Correllus State Forest on Martha’s Vineyard remains one of the six strongholds in Massachusetts for the whippoorwill.

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Seven for Seven
Robert A. Culbert

On July 19, Red Beach was a perfect seven for seven.

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Southward Bird Migration Picks Up Steam
Robert A. Culbert

Nobody claims shorebirds are easy to identify.

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The Yard Birds
Robert A. Culbert

Both birds were observed in their yards, which is a good reminder to keep an eye on the birds near your house.

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Snowy Owls in Springtime
Robert A. Culbert

Do you remember when snowy owls were rare winter visitors?

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Brown Pelican Visits the Vineyard
Robert A. Culbert

At least one brown pelican was spotted on May 28. Maybe more than one is present.

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Migration Melody
Robert A. Culbert

On May 20, I visited the Pumping Station and migratory birds were plentiful.

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With Shorebirds Nesting, Over-Sand Vehicle Closures Begin
Sara Brown

Cape Pogue Wildlife Refuge and other barrier beaches will be closed to over-sand vehicles starting next week.

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Felix Neck Bird-A-Thon Reveals Absent Songbirds
Robert A. Culbert

We found 114 species during the annual Felix Neck Bird-a-thon, which was held over a 24-hour period.

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Spring Songbirds Make Way for Sandhill Crane
Robert A. Culbert

From late April to mid-May we expect brightly colored songbirds to predominate the sightings.

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