Migratory Birds

By: Patrick Riherd

What is a migratory bird?

What kinds of birds migrate?

Common bird species in Iowa

Waterfowl species in Iowa

Predatory birds in Iowa

Why migrate?

Migration Process: Fall arrives

Flyways to warmth

Migration Process: Spring returns

The journey north begins

Upon arrival at their destination

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