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60 JUNE + JULY 2020 I N - D E P T H also spot crows in urban areas (including the smaller fish crow), including in Lawrence, which is home to something very special: a fall and winter crow roost that has attracted more than 15,000 birds for decades. I N T H E S U B U R B S In suburban areas with lawns and trees, bird diversity increases dramatically from what's found in the city, Moon says. In addition to bird watching, Moon recommends getting familiar with the birdsongs of different types of birds—try apps like The Sibley eGuide to Birds and iBird Pro—and identifying them by sound as well as sight. Some suburban singers include the northern cardinal, mocking birds, chipping sparrows, gray catbird, and robins. Also watch for fun behavior of parent birds chasing after their young. "There's hundreds of birds that will be so busy trying to raise young during the breeding season," Moon says. Feeding stations can attract birds to your yard, but keep a few things in mind. First, be aware of other animals that might attracted to the birdseed. Second, hummingbird feeders must be cleaned and have the sugar water replaced regularly to prevent mold from harming the birds. N E A R A W E T L A N D Wetlands offer lots of insects to eat, so those lucky enough to live near one will be rewarded with sightings of wood Wood Duck PHOTOGRAPH BY SHUTTERSTOCK POOLS • HOT TUBS • SAUNAS 978 - 887 - 2424 Route One, Topsfield Route One, Topsfield STAYCATION! CONCERNED ABOUT TRAVELING? STAYCATION AT HOME!