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The Weekly Bird Word

10/06/25

This week’s Bird Word is:
Migration

Migration refers to the seasonal movement of birds from one region to another. Here in northern Virginia, we are in the middle of fall migration season with more than 160 million birds migrating south through our area. Birds like the Common Yellowthroat, Connecticut Warbler and the Prairie Warbler (among so many others) pass through northern Virginia and face a host of threats along the way during their largely nocturnal flights, including building collisions and disorientation from exterior lighting. Help protect these intrepid travelers as they make their way south with these tips from our Bird Safe NoVA team.

Millions of birds including Common Yellowthroats pass through northern Virginia on their migration south each Fall. Photo: Common Yellowthroats, Gary Robinette

More in local bird and nature news:

Do you love writing AND birds? NVBA is looking for writers for the Potomac Flier!
Is something keeping you from planting a native shrub this fall? This article will convince you that it's time, and you can do it!
Let's go Birding: Join NVBA and Fairfax County Libraries for a bird walk at Frying Pan Farm Park on Saturday, October 11 at 8:30.
Birding is for Everybody: Our webinar with Birdability executive director Cat Fribley is now available online! You can watch the recording online and learn more about Birdability.
Thinking about fall yard cleanup? Get it done in these two easy steps.
Help us "Stretch A Park:" Remove invasives, plant natives and enjoy the beauty of Monticello Park on October 25.
Count migratory birds: Hidden Oaks Nature Center needs volunteers to help count migratory birds passing through the park every Saturday.
Help remove invasive plants: Volunteer with ongoing restoration efforts at Dominion Hills Area Recreation Association (DHARA), Lockwood/Elmwood senior housing complex and Powhatan Springs.

See you out there,
Northern Virginia Bird Alliance

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