Field Journal 6

4/22/2024
Start time: 7:40 pm
End time: 9:00 pm
Location: LaPlatte River Marsh Natural Area
Weather: 45°F, 5mph winds, dusk, clear sky
Habitat: Marsh, forested areas, open fields

There were a lot of songbirds singing loudly almost like they were trying to sing over each other. There were multiple American Woodcocks singing in a grassy field, possibly to attract mates. I saw two American Robins fight over a spot on a bush, possibly related to territory selection. Due to the shrub's location being directly adjacent to the trail, I would guess these American Robin's do not have good fitness compared to other individuals, because this would be poor territory for nesting. I saw many Song Sparrows along the trail possibly picking materials to build their nests. Song Sparrows may use strands of grass, bark, weeds, etc to build their nest and would go to the edge of the trail for pieces of woody debris caused by human disturbance.

Posted on April 23, 2024 03:38 AM by aefaubert