March Happenings

Seasonal Update

March in Minnesota is characterized by increasing light, fluctuating temperatures, shrinking snowpack, early bud development, and the first visible hints of landscape greening—”in like a lion, out like a lamb.” What else can you expect this coming month?

For years, Minnesota naturalist and author Jim Gilbert recorded seasonal happenings in his phenology reports. Looking back at these reports, we can make educated guesses at what we can expect in the month ahead. Take a look at our archive of Jim Gilbert’s Phenology reports.

Make sure to read our March/April 2026 Bird’s-Eye View Newsletter. In this issue, we answer FAQs about hosting bluebirds and present our product picks for spring, plus Chirps and Seasonal Notes.