May Nature Happenings
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Rose-breasted Grosbeaks, Indigo Buntings, Nighthawks, Wood Thrushes, Veerys and Chimney Swifts return.
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Orioles return and begin nesting. Be sure to have their feeders, nectar, fruit and jelly out early.
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Peak of warbler migration happens early in month.
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Bird courtship & nesting is in full swing, go out in the morning and listen to the Morning Chorus
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Chickadees and titmice may become scarce at feeders as they nest and raise their young. Use Live mealworms to attract them. Nestlings only eat insects!
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The first fireflies of the year can be seen.
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Monarch Butterflies have arrived and are laying eggs on milkweed plants.
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International Migratory Bird Day & NJ Audubon’s World Series of Birding is Saturday, May 14th is mid-May.