Nature Happenings

• In early May Ruby-throated Hummingbirds and Baltimore Orioles return
• Flycatchers such as Eastern Phoebe Great Crested Flycatcher and Eastern Wood-Pewees return early thru early to mid May
• Sedge and Marsh Wrens, Rose-breasted Grosbeaks, Thrush (Hermit, Swainson's, Wood and  Veery's) and Chimney Swifts return return from winter their habitats.
• In early to mid-May, vireos and cuckoos return from their winter habitats.
• Nighthawks return. They are not hawks, but members of the nightjar family. They are common in cities and around streetlights 'hawking' for insects.
• Lilacs reach full bloom.
• Peak of warbler migration varies between May 6 to 18.
• Adult Purple Martins return to establish colonies early in month.
• Peak of bird courtship. Listen for the morning chorus..
• The year's first fireflies can be seen.
• Chickadees and titmice become scarce at feeders as they nest and raise their young.
• Eta Aquarids meteor shower starts in early-May. The peak viewing in Toronto is May 5 but continues through May 27
• World Migratory Bird Day is Saturday, May 11