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Where ever there is water nearby you will hear the distinct call of the Red-winged Blackbird. The male of this species, if it is a northern bird, is the first to arrive in spring signaling the beginning of migration, with the female approximately three weeks behind him. They are also the first to depart, usually in September or October, but their departure can be as early as August, which is unfortunately what has happened this year. I for one always welcome their arrival, as it means that warmer weather and many more outdoor activities are ahead and I always mark their disappearance with a certain amount of sadness.
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