Kingman and Heritage Islands in Northeast Washington in Washington, District of Columbia — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)

Native Birds of Kingman and Heritage Islands

Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), December 2, 2023

1. Native Birds of Kingman and Heritage Islands Marker

Inscription.
Wood Thrush
In 1967, the Wood Thrush, a medium-sized thrush with the posture of an American Robin, but a slightly smaller body, became the District of Columbia's official bird. Sexes are alike, and adults are a cinnamon-brown color on their crown and nape that fades to olive-brown on the back, wings and tail. The under-parts are white with large dark spots on the breast, sides, and flanks. They have a dull white eye-ring and pinkish legs. Juveniles are similar to adults, but with tawny streaks and spots on their back, neck, and wing coverts. The Wood Thrush resides in forest of the eastern United States where it is more often heard than seen.

Erected by DC Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development; Living Classrooms Foundation; DC Department of Energy & Environment; District Department of Transportation.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Animals • Patriots & Patriotism. A significant historical year for this entry is 1967.

Location. 38° 53.638′ N, 76° 57.93′ W. Marker is in Northeast Washington in Washington, District of Columbia. It is in Kingman and Heritage Islands. Marker is on Kingman Island Trail east of Anacostia Riverwalk Trail, on the right when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Washington DC 20019, United States of America. Touch for directions.

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At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Native Fish of Kingman and Heritage Islands (here, next to this marker); a different marker also named Native Birds of Kingman and Heritage Islands (a few steps from this marker); Welcome to Kingman & Heritage Islands (about 700 feet away, measured in a direct line); a different marker also named Welcome to Kingman & Heritage Islands (approx. 0.2 miles away); Whitney M. Young, Jr. Memorial Bridge (approx. 0.4 miles away); Langston Golf Course (approx. 0.4 miles away); Langston Golf Course and Driving Range (approx. 0.4 miles away); Clark Calvin Griffith (approx. half a mile away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Northeast Washington.

Additional commentary.
1. About this Marker
This sign serves as a historical marker because it shares that the Wood Thrush became a territorial symbol for the District of Columbia.

— Submitted December 2, 2023, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.

Additional keywords. state symbols; territorial symbols

Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), December 2, 2023

2. Native Birds of Kingman and Heritage Islands Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on December 2, 2023. It was originally submitted on December 2, 2023, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 43 times since then and 12 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on December 2, 2023, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.