American Bittern
Photo by Matt Valencic

April will bring about 35 species of birds to NE Ohio.  Some will stay for the summer and some will just be passing through. 

American Bittern  is a wading bird in the marsh.  More easily seen now before the cattails grow tall.  Its deep, gulping song  reminds you more of a plumbing problem than a way to attract a mate! Listen for it right before or after dark.