Rules of the Bird-a-day Challenge

Rules are simple:
Every day you add a new bird that you see or hear (not on the television, in a book or on the internet) to your list of birds for that date. You may not repeat the same bird or skip a day. Any non-caged, non-captive, free flying bird is allowed; that is except for a chicken. We're not sure why chickens aren't allowed, but we accept the rule and live by it!
The Prize:
At some point during the year "you will be unable to see or hear a new bird" to add to your list. When this happens you have completed the race and have established for yourself a mark to try and better next year. During your attempt to go deep into the year you will undoubtedly see many more birds than you would have if you hadn’t attempted the challenge. Pat yourself on the back and know you did your best.

Saturday, April 9, 2011

April 9 - Blue-headed Vireo


Today I spent the morning at Garret Mountain, a 54 species day there! I saw 2 new birds for the Mountain this year, Blue-headed Vireo which has been reported the last couple of days, and Cedar Waxwing. There were still 6 warbler species seen today which is a great total due to the date. Flicker and Sapsucker numbers have begun to drop, but still a lot around. With some rain followed by 80 degree temps, next week should bring some more migrants. I probably should use Winter Wren, but I goofed and chose to use Blue-headed Vireo.
Posted by Americanchris at 5:04 PM

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