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Get ready to spread your wings and celebrate Buzzards Day - a day dedicated to these fascinating birds of prey!
Get ready to spread your wings and celebrate Buzzards Day on March 15! Also known as National Buzzard's Day, this holiday honors the misunderstood and often feared bird – the buzzard. These birds play an important role in our ecosystem by scavenging and keeping our environment clean. They also have a rich history and symbolism in various cultures, representing everything from death to protection. So let's take a moment to appreciate these majestic creatures and all that they do for us on this special day!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1803</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Earliest Recorded Observation</div><div class='timeline-text'>Naturalist Alexander Wilson recorded the earliest known detailed observation of buzzards in the United States.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1851</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Hinckley's Buzzard Tradition</div><div class='timeline-text'>On March 15th, a large group of buzzards returned to Hinckley, Ohio, marking the beginning of a long-standing tradition.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1957</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Official Recognition in Ohio</div><div class='timeline-text'>Hinckley, Ohio officially recognized Buzzards Day as a town event, reflecting the return of the buzzards each Spring.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1970s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Rise in Environmental Awareness</div><div class='timeline-text'>With growing concern over DDT pesticides affecting bird populations, buzzards gained attention for their vital ecological role.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1999</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Day Recognition</div><div class='timeline-text'>Buzzard Day received recognition as a "National Day" highlighting their ecological significance.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Buzzard Day Celebrations</div><div class='timeline-text'>Events and celebrations across the United States underscore the growing appreciation and awareness for these majestic birds.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a buzzard-themed party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather some friends and family and throw a buzzard-themed party! Decorate with buzzard balloons, serve buzzard-shaped snacks, and play games like "Pin the Beak on the Buzzard."</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a local wildlife sanctuary</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Celebrate Buzzard's Day by learning more about these fascinating birds at a local wildlife sanctuary. You may even get the chance to see some buzzards up close!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create buzzard-inspired art</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get creative and make some buzzard-inspired art! This could be anything from drawing or painting a buzzard, to making a buzzard-shaped sculpture out of recycled materials.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Watch a documentary about buzzards</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather some friends and watch a documentary about buzzards. Not only will you learn more about these birds, but it's also a great way to spend time together on Buzzard's Day.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Go on a buzzard-watching hike</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Find a local hiking trail known for its buzzard sightings and go on a hike to see if you can spot any of these majestic birds in their natural habitat.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Buzzards serve an important role in the ecosystem</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>While they may not be the most beloved creatures, buzzards, or vultures, play a crucial role in keeping our environment clean. They are scavengers and help to dispose of dead animals, which helps prevent the spread of disease and keeps our ecosystems healthy.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>They have unique characteristics and behaviors</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Buzzards have interesting characteristics like their featherless heads and their ability to soar for long periods of time without flapping their wings. They also have fascinating behaviors such as using rocks to crack open hard shelled eggs. These birds are truly intriguing creatures!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id="why-we-love-main-cont"><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>They have cultural significance</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Buzzards have been featured in various cultures throughout history - with both positive and negative connotations. In ancient Egypt, they were associated with goddesses and thought to represent healing powers. In Celtic mythology, they were seen as symbols of protection and guidance. Learning about these cultural depictions can be a fascinating way to appreciate these creatures even more!</p></div></div>
Buzzards Day is celebrated on March 15 every year. In 2024 Buzzards Day will occur on a Friday.
2023
Mar 15
Wednesday
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Mar 15
Friday
2025
Mar 15
Saturday
2026
Mar 15
Sunday
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Mar 15
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