Nature Happenings
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Project FeederWatch continues, feederwatch.org
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Opossums begin breeding (peak is in February).
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Raccoons and squirrels begin their breeding seasons.
- Raccoon
- Squirrel
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January is a great month to watch wintering Bald Eagles.
- Bald Eagles
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Cedar Waxwings can be seen traveling in large flocks.
- Cedar Waxwings
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Lapland Longspurs and Horned Larks roam in flocks.
- Lapland Longspur
- Horned Lark
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Now through late March is a difficult time for birds; providing food and an open source of water is important.
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Cardinals flocking; they're usually the first and last birds to be seen at feeders.
- Cardinals
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Listen for Great Horned Owls' "hoot" as they pair up for mating season.
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During late January or early February, Great Horned Owls will be sitting on their eggs.
- Great Horned Owl
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Bald Eagles are visible along open water stretches of the Missouri River.
- Bald Eagle
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White-tailed Deer bucks are shedding their antlers, marking the end of breeding season.
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Late in the month, as days lengthen, Tufted Titmice and cardinals begin to sing.
- Tufted Titmouse
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Start planning your butterfly and bird gardens this month.
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Aldo Leopold's (Father of Wildlife Conservation) birthday Jan. 11
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Quadrantid Meteor Shower early in the month. See up to 60 falling meteors per hour!
