Lesson:

This webpage is geared to residents of the Atlanta Metro Area due to the specific species that will be mentioned, but people from all over the world are welcome to make use of it!

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While Atlanta has over 250 species of birds—including both permanent residents and migratory ones just passing through—only a fraction of these species come to the feeders. This lesson aims to educate students about the most likely species that will come to backyard feeders or near them, though please note that the list is not exhaustive!​​​​

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Activity:

Take this log outside (or to a window spot) every day for a set period of time (1–2 weeks, but it can be longer) and record the date, time, and bird species observed at the feeder. This activity can be solo or communal—the latter is, of course, preferred! The goal is to learn to identify some of the most common birds that can be easily seen even in urban areas. Hopefully by doing so, students will gain a larger appreciation of the beauty and diversity of nature. This log also provides consistent data for a singular location.

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If this log is being completed during the months of November–April, please upload all data to Cornell Lab of Ornithology's Project FeederWatch to contribute to the international data collection program as well as forward a copy to birdingforbeauty@gmail.com. If not being completed during those months, please only send the copy to birdingforbeauty@gmail.com

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