Winter MAGIC

Forecasts may be frigid, but grab your binoculars because birding opportunities are still incredible

- KELSEY ROSETH

▲ Familiar Traveler

American robins are considered a cheerful sign of spring.

However, in winter, they join nomadic flocks-and have been caught in January snacking on crabapples, hawthorns and holly in every U.S. state, aside from Hawaii.

▲ Flocking Together

The sharp, stunning colors of northern cardinals, American goldfinches and house finches in winter are impressive. These typically territorial birds band together in winter when the food supply is limited.

► Forest Friends