Birding in Jackson
Heights
One of our residents once commented that walking around Jackson Heights is
like walking in a very large park. Most of the houses are set 50, 100
or even 200 feet back from the street. Most of the streets are very
quiet with little traffic. Acre after acre is loaded with thick, old
growth flowering bushes, and hundreds upon hundreds of trees
- tall pines, old oaks, dogwoods, maples and much
more. But one of the most wonderful and park-like aspects of this area
are the numerous species of wild birds that can be seen here.
All photos were taken in Jackson Heights. Click each photo to see a
larger version.
Bald Eagle
(with captured squirrel in one talon)
December 19, 2010
Photos by David Hughes
Note: See our article entitled Save
the Trees where we mention how birds of prey use our tall trees as
perches for hunting.
Red-Tailed Haw
July 23, 2011
Photos by Gilbert Reid
Indigo Buntings
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The indigo buntings are migratory. They usually show up in our area in
mid-to-late April, and stay for several weeks before heading further north.
It has been said that we do not see them on their return journey in autumn
since they take different routes going back to Central or South America.
Hummingbirds
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Hummingbirds are also migratory. They can be seen in our area in
spring and fall.
Cardinals
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Blue Jays
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