Neotropical migrants are birds that breed in North America and winter south of the U.S. border.
Our story begins with reports from the neotropical migrants' wintering grounds in Mexico and Central America. As songbirds cross the Gulf of Mexico on their annual nonstop flight, we'll explore the effect of weather on migration with bi-weekly weather reports and analysis from Dr. David Aborn. As the journey continues, students across North America will report backyard sightings when the orioles return. We will analyze data and explore the physiology of flight. We'll delve into the mysteries of migration and learn about population dynamics, nest building, and conservation issues.