This is a bird note.

This is Bird Note. I'm Ariana Rimmel.

This week, we're asking you to support the show by making a donation at birdnote.org.

Whether you know your neighborhood inside out or you just moved and are getting to know the area,

Birdnote adds another dimension to how you understand the place you live by understanding the birds.

What makes birds special is that they live just about everywhere people do,

from the densest of cities to the furthest reaches of Arctic tundra.

The subtle gem of Bird Note is that the more you listen, the more you'll recognize the sounds

of many common species,

like the widespread Downey Woodpecker.

And some more elusive birds to watch for, like this would thrush.

Every time you recognize a bird near your home,

you're deepening your knowledge of the ecosystem where you live and

getting to know the other species that call that place home too.

Our hope is that by spreading knowledge about birds, Bird Note is helping you become more connected to your local ecosystems.

A gift of any amount right now at birdnote.org helps us continue to accomplish this goal.

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