Allegheny Plateau

The peaceful forests of the Northern Allegheny Plateau come to life with the sounds of birds during the spring breeding season. This CD captures a full day in the forests of Northern Pennsylvania, during late Spring when nesting birds are most active. Anyone who loves the outdoors will enjoy the songs of Warblers, Vireos, Flycatchers, Thrushes, and other birds in these relaxing choruses. These natural sound recordings are vividly life-like, and free from added music.

Here is an extended sample of the Upland Morning track:

Upland Dawn: 20:00 min.

The first rays of light touching the ridgeline awaken the birds. Least Flycatchers, Ovenbirds, Nuthatches, Vireos, Woodpeckers, and Chipmunks begin to call.

Upland Morning: 14:30 min.

Later in the morning, the warblers and vireos become more active. Listen to the delightful chorus featuring Redstart, Red-Eyed Vireo, Ovenbird, other Warblers, Chipmunk, and more.

Hemlock Hollow: 08:00 min.

A small creek flows through this narrow valley of Hemlock trees. Red Squirrels call from the trees, Blue Jays fly across, and Wood Thrush sing from the cool forest floor.

Forest Canopy: 13:00 min

Along a steep valley, you can peer directly into the canopy. Many Redstarts sing as they feed and collect material for their nests. Chipmunks scamper nearby, as distant Pileated Woodpeckers drill. Veery, Red-Eyed Vireos, Scarlet Tanagers, and more are heard in this vibrant chorus.

Grosbeak Ridge: 9:39 min.

During a warm breezy afternoon high on a ridge, Rose-Breasted Grosbeaks sing. Redstart, Robin, Yellow-Billed Cuckoo, Chipmunk, and other Warblers can be heard as well.

Veery Duel: 08:07 min.

As daylight fades to darkness, in the deep forest, two Veerys sing their last songs of the day. A deer can be heard, making an alarm call, as it passes through the woods.

Last Light: 05:00 min.

The last hint of light fades from a grassy clearing in the forest. Verrys and Catbirds can still be heard. A lone Woodcock peents and flies around the small field, as Barred Owls emerge for the night.

Total Run Time: 78:15 min.