Bird Town Pennsylvania
Lower Makefield Township is listed as a participating municipality in Bucks County. Audubon provides the tools for the municipality to engage their residents, schools and businesses in making more ecologically-friendly decisions, conserving energy and in the process, saving money.
OUR MISSION
Bird Town Pennsylvania works in partnership with local municipalities and like minded organizations to promote community-based conservation actions to create a healthier, more sustainable environment for birds, wildlife, and people.
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A letter from the Chair of LMT Bird Town Pennsylvania
Lower Makefield Township's Bird of the Month for June 2025 - The House Finch
- Say hello to the colorful and charismatic House Finch, our Bird of the Month! Common
throughout Bucks County year-round, these lively songbirds bring a splash of red and a cheerful tune to backyards, parks, and city streets alike. - Male House Finches are easily recognized by their rosy red heads and chests, which contrast beautifully with their brown-streaked bodies. Females lack the red but have lovely streaks and a sweet, curious expression.
- Originally from the western U.S., House Finches were introduced to
the East in the 1940s—and they’ve thrived ever since. - One of the most interesting things about them? That red color in males comes from the food they eat—berries and pigments in their diet influence just how vibrant they appear. So yes, you are what you eat!
- Listen closely and you’ll hear their bright, bubbly songs—males often sing year-round, not just in spring, and they’re known to perform impressive duets with their mates.
- They also make themselves at home in hanging baskets, porch lights, and wreaths, often nesting surprisingly close to people.
- Want to attract them? A feeder stocked with oily sunflower, Nyjer (thistle), and/or safflower
seeds and a few nearby shrubs or trees will do the trick. - So next time you’re out for a walk or sitting in the yard, look and listen for these little red
charmers—they’re one of Bucks County’s most delightful and entertaining neighbors!
May 2025 - Bird of the Month - The Brown Headed Cowbird
April 2025 - Bird of the Month - The Great Blue Heron
March 2025 - Bird of the Month - The Eastern Bluebird
February 2025 - Bird of the Month - The Bald Eagle
January 2025 - Bird of the Month - The Red-Bellied Woodpecker
December 2024 - Bird of the Month - The Northern Cardinal
