Autumn’s Treat for Birdwatchers: Birds of Prey

Head to a watch site nearest you to catch the fall migration of these mighty raptors

Most raptors migrate south from northern areas or down from higher-altitude nesting areas to find better sources of prey during fall and winter. Ian Duffield/Shutterstock

For gardeners in the northern two-thirds of the country, fall is a time to clean up the leaves, plant a few bulbs, and pack things up for the winter. Even in the south, the fall is a good time to reflect on how things looked over the summer and begin the planning process for next year.

For those of us who enjoy the great American hobbies of gardening and birdwatching, spring is obviously a big time, but autumn has a special treat in store for birdwatchers.