28 February 2026

Yesterday in Schenley Park it was very sunny but without a spot of green. However, I found tulip sprouts in a garden (above).

It was so sunny that the rocks on the gravel trail made interesting shadows.

The early birds are already singing. Yesterday I saw and heard northern cardinals and song sparrows in Schenley Park. Here are examples of the songs you will hear this week:

Northern Cardinal:

Song Sparrow:

Bonus! Did you hear the red-winged blackbird on the song sparrow recording? I’ve only seen a handful of red-winged blackbirds this month but more are coming. Meanwhile, common grackles are back.