Learn about birds seen locally

Penn Birding member, Larry (me!), conducted a prep session in advance of Penn Birding's outing to the Heinz Wildlife Refuge, a premier birding hotspot right in Philly's backyard! 

We reviewed some of the more exciting recent sightings based on reports posted on eBird -- a database where birders can record & share their findings. 

Drawing from recent bird sightings recorded on eBird, I put together a list of cool birds that we might see.  


We looked at photographs of these birds and talked about their field markings -- i.e., physical features that help distinguish one bird from another. 

Equipped with this new knowledge, we eagerly anticipated our upcoming birding trip to Heinz.