March

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Theme: Birds

JOKE

ANSWER

What do you get when you cross a parrot with a shark?

An animal that talks your head off.

Source: https://www.mytowntutors.com/bird-jokes-for-kids/

Source: For more information visit https://myfwc.com/wildlifehabitats/profiles/birds/shorebirdsseabirds/american-oystercatcher

Natural Area: Snook Islands

Bring your binoculars to see an American oystercatcher, one of the many shorebirds who call these islands “home” since 2005…This 118-acre wetland restoration project created 11 acres of mangroves and 2 acres of oyster reefs within the Lake Worth Lagoon along the shoreline in downtown Lake Worth.

Source: https://discover.pbcgov.org/erm/NaturalAreas/Snook-Islands.aspx

Source:https://www.shorelinefoundation.com/jobs/snook-island

Events/Activities:

Take a hike with the birding backpack. How many birds can you find? Birding Backpack | Palm Beach County Library System (pbclibrary.org)

Source: http://www.pbclibrary.org/birding-backpack

Historic Watershed Fact

Sailors used to mistake manatees for mermaids.

Writing Prompt

Define, describe, and give an example of your favorite animal.

Tip for Stewardship

Use binoculars to bird watch, give them space in their nests. – https://www.globe.gov/explore-science/scientists-blog/archived-posts/sciblog/2008/12/02/observing-birds/index.html