Purple Martin Watch with Houston Audubon

Come out on Saturday, July 22, 2017, at 7:30 PM in front Willowbrook Mall to witness Purple Martins. Peak numbers for Purple Martins occur in July and August when Purple Martins form large flocks and roost together in great numbers in preparation to migration. Some roosts may have thousands of birds. When the birds arrive to roost in the evening, it can be an amazing spectacle with the sky literally black with martins. They have prepared an informational flyer about communal roosts, suitable for display. Join in helping to protect Purple Martins and check out the Houston Audubon at houstonaudubon.org. The watch on Saturday, August 26, 2017, location will be announced later, so stay tuned.

If you know of a large roost, please contact the Houston Audubon at birds@houstonaudubon.org. Image provided can be found on their website.