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CT River Valley Grassland Bird Project

Grassland bird populations in New England have declined sharply, with species like bobolinks down 60–75% due to habitat loss.
Grassland Bird Habitat: Birds need specific field sizes (10-25+ acres) and prefer round/square shapes to reduce predation risk.
Tips on grassland habitat for birds: 50-75% grass cover, little woody plants, open landscapes. Field size: Bobolink 10+, E. Meadowlark 60+, Sandpiper 100+ acres.
Eggs in a nest, advice on delayed mowing for bird habitat protection; fields undisturbed mid-May to August 1st or mid-August.

This page is still being worked on! (Last updated: 4/23/25)