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2026 Photos – BCDC Birders in action
Birders at Smedley Park, Springfield, May 2026. By John ZygmuntBirds ‘n Brunch at Brinton Run Preserve, May 2026. By Kristy EleftheriouBirds ‘n Brunch at Brinton Run Preserve, May 2026. By Damon OrsettiBCDC Outreach at Middletown Township Community Day, Longview Park, May 2026. By Debbie BeerBCDC Outreach at Upper Darby Community Earth Day, Arlington Cemetery, April 2026. By Jamie WattsBCDC Bird Walk at Tyler Arboretum, April 2026. By Kristy EleftheriouBCDC Bird Walk at Hildacy Preserve, March 2026. By Debbie BeerBCDC Bird Walk at Barretts Meadow, January 2026. By Debbie BeerBCDC Bird Walk at Barretts Meadow, January 2026. By Debbie Beer
2025 Photos – BCDC birders in action
Glenolden CBC at Heinz Refuge, December 2025. By Debbie BeerGlenolden CBC at Heinz Refuge, December 2025. By Debbie BeerGlenolden CBC at Heinz Refuge, December 2025. By Debbie BeerGlenolden CBC at Heinz Refuge, December 2025. By Debbie BeerGlenolden CBC at Heinz Refuge, December 2025. By Debbie BeerGlenolden CBC at Heinz Refuge, December 2025. By Debbie BeerHawkwatchers at Rose Tree Park, October 2025. By Debbie BeerHawkwatchers at Rose Tree Park, October 2025. By Debbie BeerHawkwatchers at Rose Tree Park, October 2025. By Debbie BeerWednesday Morning Birders at Tyler Arboretum, July 2025. By Margaret BueWednesday Morning Birders at Tyler Arboretum, July 2025. By Margaret BueBirders ogling Roseate Spoonbills at Brinton Lake, July 15, 2025. By Adrian BinnsBirding John Heinz NWR in Philly, July 2025. By Debbie BeerPurple Martin banding at Glen Mills School, July 2025. By Ethan KangBird Walk at Pilgrim’s Park, June 2025. By Jamie WattsBCDC picnic at Ridley Creek State Park, June 2025, by E ZygmuntBCDC Picnic at Ridley Creek State Park, June 2025, by Mariana PesthyBCDC Picnic at Ridley Creek State Park, June 2025, by Mariana PesthyBCDC Picnic at Ridley Creek State Park, June 2025, by Andy PesthyBCDC Picnic at Ridley Creek State Park, June 2025, by Mariana PesthyBCDC Picnic at Ridley Creek State Park, June 2025, by Mariana PesthyBCDC Picnic at Ridley Creek State Park, June 2025, by Mariana PesthyBCDC Picnic at Ridley Creek State Park, June 2025, by Mariana PesthyBirds and Brunch at Brinton Run Preserve, May 2025, by Damon OrsettiBirding Governor Printz Park, April 2025, by Debbie BeerWednesday Morning Birders at Tyler Arboretum, March 2025, by Margaret BueNew Year’s Day River Crawl, January 2025, shared by Kristy Eleftheriou
2025 Top birds of Delaware county
Sandhill Crane at Brinton Lake, Thornton, December 2025. Photo by Debbie BeerRoseate Spoonbills (4) at Brinton Lake, Thornton, July 15, 2025. Enjoyed by many observers all day. Photo by Debbie BeerRoseate Spoonbills (4) at Brinton Lake, Thornton, July 15, 2025. Enjoyed by many observers all day. Photo by Ethan Kang
2024 Photos – BCDC birders in action
Glenolden Christmas Bird Count at John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge, December 2024, by Debbie BeerBird Walk at Naylor’s Run Park, November 2024, shared by Jamie WattsSaw-whet Owl banding, by Adrian BinnsKestrel box installation at Ridley Creek State Park, October 2024, shared by Bob SuterBird Walk at Newlin Grist Mill, September 2024, shared by Jamie WattsJohn Mercer and young helper at Rose Tree Park Hawkwatch, September 2024, by Tom BushPurple Martin banding at Glen Mills School, July 2024, by John ZygmuntBCDC picnic at Ridley Creek State Park, June 2024, by Elisa ZygmuntGreat Backyard Bird Count at Hildacy Preserve, February 2024, by Debbie Beer
2023 Photos – BCDC birders in action
Glenolden Christmas Bird Count at John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge, December 2023, by Debbie BeerBird Walk at Exton Park, June 2023, by Andy PesthyBCDC picnic at Ridley Creek State Park, June 2023, shared by Debbie Beer
2023 Top birds of Delaware county
Ash-throated Flycatcher, December 2023, John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge. Present December 15, 2023-January 22, 2024, seen by many. Found and photographed by Bernice Coles.Rufous Hummingbird, October 2023, residence in Media. Photo by Adrian BinnsAmerican White Pelican, June 26, 2023, Garnet Valley. Flyover photo by Ethan Kang Roseate Spoonbill, July 2023, John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge. The first species record in Philadelphia and Delaware counties, found by Jim McConnell and Deb Hansen on July 29. Present several days, seen by many. Photo by Debbie BeerWhite Ibis (3 immatures), July 2023, Ridley Park Lake. Found by Mark Anthony Casasanto, Jr. on July 5, continued through July 29. Photo by Debbie Beer
2022 Photos – BCDC birders in action
Glenolden Christmas Bird Count at John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge, December 2022, by Debbie BeerBirders at Harvey Run, May 2022, by Debbie BeerBird Walk at Barrett’s Meadow, April 2022, by Debbie Beer
2022 Top birds of Delaware county
Black-bellied Whistling-ducks (10), June 15, 2022, Governor Printz Park, Essington. Present only a few hours at sunset. Found and photographed by Rob FergusHermit Warbler, November 2022, Aston. First state record. Found by Teresa Pegan and Eric Gulson, present Nov 25-Dec 7, 2022, seen by many. Photo by Brian Quindlen.
2021 Top birds of Delaware county
Barnacle Goose, December 2021-January 2022, Thornbury and Springton Lake School, Media. Seen in multiple locations. Photo by Adrian BinnsSwallow-tailed Kite, July 2021, Tyler Arboretum. Photo by Debbie Beer
2020 Top birds of Delaware county
Greater White-fronted Goose, December 30, 2020, Marcus Hook. Found and photographed by Al Guarente.Tundra Bean-Goose, December 2020, Springton Reservoir and surrounding area. Found December 16 by Rob Fergus, confirmed by Jason Horn. With only a handful of records in North America, this mega-rare species attracted hundreds of birders from across the country, over several days. Photo by Debbie Beer Red-necked Grebe, November 2020, Crum Creek Reservoir. Present November 23-30, providing great looks to many people. Found and photographed by Debbie BeerWestern Kingbird, August 2020, Hog Island Road. Found by Jason Horn, seen by many August 22-September 19. Photo by Debbie BeerAllen’s Hummingbird, December 2020, Springfield residence. Banded by Sandy Lockerman. Present December 9-19, seen by many, counted on Glenolden CBC. Found and photographed by Adrian BinnsAllen’s Hummingbird, December 2020, Springfield residence. Banded by Sandy Lockerman. Present December 9-19, seen by many, counted on Glenolden CBC. Found and photographed by Adrian Binns
Prior to 2020 Top birds of Delaware county
White-winged Tern, October 2017, John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge, Philadelphia and Delaware counties. Found and photographed by Adrian BinnsLeConte’s Sparrow, January 2009, Darlington Tract. Found by Al Guarente January 25, present through February 28. Photo by Adrian Binns
