It’s no surprise that COVID was the catalyst for a dramatic spike in one of the few solo activities at our disposal: Birding. It takes one of the “socially distanced” habits most innate to us —walking— and adds an element of challenge and entertainment. It doesn’t hurt that birding, as confirmed by research, helps reduce anxiety and depression. We all needed a mood booster during a time when the consumption of Tiger King, a story…
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More power to these birders who spend the time and energy looking for this wonders of nature.
As for me I only see pigeons, sparrows, starlings and mockingbirds pecking at my head in Transmitter park during the mating season.
Hi Steph! I’m the Greenpoint birder who has birded McCarren Park heavily over the past year and a half, adding many more species for the park. I also love to teach new birders who cross my path! You can find many photos from McCarren on my Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/vkbirds/
Thanks for sharing, Vincent! I checked out the page— you have some great shots! Keep it up.