Come learn about the shared birds of southern Oregon and the western region of Mexico with Martín López Aguilar from Jalisco, Mexico. The presentation and bird walk will take place on November 23rd, from 9 am – 11 am, at the Talent Library.

After his presentation on the migratory birds that connect us Martín will lead a bird walk at Lynn Newberry Park. Binoculars will be available to borrow. This is a free event and the presentation will be in Spanish and English.

Birds of Southern Oregon, like the Rufous Hummingbird, Wilson’s Warbler, and Audubon’s Warbler, migrate long distances using their natural strength. Oregon’s location in the Pacific Northwest is crucial for the breeding of these migratory species. These birds breed in the temperate forests of Oregon and, in the fall, fly south to Mexico, where they spend 6 to 8 months in states like Jalisco, Colima, and Michoacán. Although birds do not recognize political borders, their populations are fragile and they rely on healthy ecosystems throughout their migratory routes. It is our responsibility to protect these ecosystems and ensure the conservation of these migratory birds.