August is the middle of summer and many birds have started preparations to migrate. Adults are in the process of teaching “youngins” where and how to find and catch food. Some birds will molt before migration and will keep a low profile as their new plumage grows. Check out recent photos from around Ohio.
Yellow-billed Cuckoo; Kelleys Island

Indigo Bunting; Meadowbrook Marsh

House Wren; Scioto Audubon Columbus

their bags for southern U.S. or even Mexico
Little Blue Heron; Hilliard

on its own from its parents to find more food…or just because its parents told it to stay put.