February Waterfowl use increases in areas of thawing water. Green-winged teals are mating. Last of the brown creepers are seen. Red-winged blackbirds start to sing continuously, establishing territories.
Bullfrogs begin to emerge.
Wintering junco numbers dwindle. Turkey vultures often return the last week. Male Leopard Frogs begin mating calls. Bullfrogs become common. Migrating duck species peak.