January Waterfowl at peak numbers. February First spring migrants begin to return by the end of the month.
Reptiles begin to emerge from winter dormancy and become more apparent by the end of the month.
March Black-necked stilts return in the second half of the month, and a couple of pairs may remain to breed if the water levels are suitable. Wintering waterfowl have mostly left by the end of the month. Parula warblers return from wintering grounds and begin singing. Banded water snake males can be seen swimming aimlessly in the canals and impoundments, most likely seeking mates. Striped crayfish snakes crossing the dikes in mid-late afternoon.