New wildlife documentary follows migratory birds in our region and beyond

New wildlife documentary follows migratory birds in our region and beyond

Our region acts as a stopover for many birds that travel along the Atlantic Flyway. A new documentary takes a closer look at that migratory path. Flyway of Life will premiere at the SHU Community Theatre in Fairfield on Earth Day — April 22. WSHU’s Sabrina Garone spoke with the filmmaker behind the project, Tomas Koeck. The Connecticut native and Explorers Club member said birds are what connect all ecosystems in our region and beyond.  WSHU: Wh…

5 Ways to Help Birds During Spring Migration

Back to all News 5 Ways to Help Birds During Spring Migration Conservation April 2, 2025 Spring migration is taking place right now! More than 250 species, around 8 million individuals, travel through the city of Chicago through mid-June. Masses of migratory birds are returning from their warmer, southern winter homes to more temperate habitats in the northern hemisphere where there’s more food and space. From the smallest hummingbirds to sa…