Eastern bluebird
Northern Cardinal
American Goldfinch
Black-Capped Chickadee
Blue Jay
The twenty-first of March shall be designated as Bird Appreciation Day to be observed by elementary and secondary schools, cities, state agencies and civic organizations with activities designed to enhance the knowledge and appreciation of Missouri birds.
This program engages the general public to care about maintaining healthy bird populations and protecting breeding, non-breeding, and stop over habitats used by migratory birds.
International Migratory Bird Day is a conservation initiative that brings awareness on conserving migratory birds and their habitats throughout the Western Hemisphere. This program is dedicated to international conservation efforts and environmental education in Canada, the United States, Mexico, Central and South America, and the Caribbean. Originated by the Smithsonian Migratory Bird Center, it is now coordinated by Environment for the Americas.
These programs take place in a variety of settings such as zoos, aquariums, protected lands, biospheres, museums, and schools.
Celebrate this holiday on the second Saturday in May.
Many of our feathery friends migrate each year. They can travel thousands of miles each spring and fall, to avoid cold and snowy winter weather. This holiday celebrates the incredible journey that many species take each year. They travel thousands of miles between breeding grounds in North America and their winter homes in Central and South America. Organizers say this is a day to both support and increase awareness of conservation efforts in support of migratory birds. They also suggest a field trip into the woods to look for and enjoy migrating birds.
This holiday is always observed on May 4.
It is the oldest of the days set aside to recognize our avian friends. According to the U.S. Library of Congress, this day was first observed on May 4, 1894. Charles Almanzo Babcock, superintendent of schools in Oil City, Pennsylvania started this holiday in 1910. This holiday is widely celebrated, often in conjunction with Arbor Day. Activities and events for both of these holidays focus on conservation training and awareness.
The most common bird in Missouri: Is the Northern Cardinal, they are common to see at birds feeders.
What kind of birds are found in Missouri: Birds include killdeers, eastern kingbirds, horned larks, eastern bluebirds, dickcissels, vesper and grasshopper sparrows, eastern and western meadowlarks, red-winged blackbirds, and American goldfinches. Often you may see red-tailed hawks, American kestrels, mourning doves, and barn swallows in flight over grasslands.
What bird in Missouri is endangered: Bachman's sparrow is a large, ground-nesting sparrow that lives in dry, scrubby areas. It is listed as endangered in Missouri, where its historic habitat is in decline.
What is the giant bird in Missouri: Common vultures found in Missouri include Turkey Vultures and Black Vultures (Raptors of the World). Eagles (genus Aquila) have a massive beak, powerful wings, and a large frame. They are generally found soaring in search of food.