Purple martins are returning from South America. The first "scouts" have been spotted in Michigan. What to know.

while the red-spotted purple lives deeper in the forest and feeds on fallen fruits, sap and even dung and carrion. Here’s ...

Purple martins, known for their glossy plumage, have returned to Michigan after wintering in South America. The first sightings, known as "scout" birds, were reported in mid-March, marking the ...