The beloved Eastern Bluebird is one of North America's most cherished songbirds and a welcome sign of spring. But the story of the bluebird is also a story about habitat, nesting strategies and conservation efforts. This program begins with an introduction to cavity nesting, followed by a deeper look at the life of the Eastern Bluebird, including its behavior, nesting habits, diet and the conservation efforts that brought this beautiful bird back from the brink of extinction.

 

We will talk about nest boxes and how to monitor them and will conclude with a rundown of some other NYS cavity nesting birds, followed by how you can welcome bluebirds to your yard.