HOUSTON — A huge wave of migrating birds is expected to move across the eastern half of the country this week. Nearly 600 million birds could fly south over the next three nights, with many passing right through Texas. Around 45,000 birds had already flown over Harris County by Monday evening. Residents can help by turning lights down or off at night.
Massive Migration Over Three Nights
The migration forecast shows heavy bird movement across much of the eastern and central United States. The most intense activity stretches from the Ohio Valley and Great Lakes south toward the Gulf Coast and Southeast.
Birds are expected to follow paths heading south through Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Georgia. Many will end up along the Texas coast before continuing farther south.
Texas a Key Flyway
Texas is one of the busiest places in the country for fall migration. Large numbers of birds pass over the state on their way to Mexico, Central America, and South America.
The Houston area sits along a major flight path near the Gulf Coast. That explains why tens of thousands of birds have already been counted over Harris County this week.
Warblers, Wrens, Kinglets, and Sparrows
Most of the birds on the move will be small songbirds. Warblers, wrens, kinglets, and sparrows are expected to make up much of the migration…