In March, we convened Indigenous collaborators from Canada and Latin America for a North-South knowledge exchange on nature, sharing lessons, stories, and imagining a better future for birds.
Thanks Conserva Aves, @naturecanada.bsky.social da.bsky.social, collaborators, & @globalaffairs.canada.ca
An American Dipper collects nesting material.
Two Blue Herons build a nest.
An Eastern Kingbird surveys its nest.
A colony of Northern Gannets nesting together.
Bird nests literally come in all shapes and sizes: on the ground, underground, high up, stretchy, sturdy, flimsy.
On The Warblers, Mark Peck joins to share top tips for observing nesting birds this spring, and also helps us explore some of the wonders behind the many different nesting strategies.
Grande nouvelle pour la nature! Le premier ministre Carney a annoncé un financement de 3,8 milliards de dollars, ainsi que le renouvellement de programmes, pour protéger la nature.
Communiqué de presse : tinyurl.com/2e69haey
Big news for nature! Prime Minister Carney just announced $3.8 billion in new funding and renewed programs to protect nature.
Media Release: tinyurl.com/5n9a3kzh
Birdathon célèbre son 50e anniversaire en mai —
célébrez avec nous!
Regardez les oiseaux. Récoltez des fonds. Gagnez des récompenses. Protégez les oiseaux!
Inscrivez-vous gratuitement : oiseauxcanada.org/lebirdathon
#Birdathon50 #ObserverPourConserver
Birdathon is turning 50 this May — let's celebrate!
Go birding. Raise funds. Earn rewards. Protect birds!
Since 1976, people have raised millions for bird conservation with #Birdathon. Add your name to the legacy!
Sign up FREE: birdscanada.org/birdathon
#Birdathon50 #BirdingForConservation
A Golden-crowned Kinglet perched on a pine branch with overlay text reading Kinglets: flashy crests and stretchy nests
A Ruby-crowned Kinglet perched on a dried plant stem.
A Golden-crowned kinglet in flight.
Overlooked and underappreciated - kinglets are one of Canada’s toughest little birds!
Golden-crowned and Ruby-crowned Kinglets are both fascinating and unique in their own ways.
Listen to The Warblers podcast for an exploration of both species: identification tips, bird songs, and fun facts.
L'observation des oiseaux n'est pas seulement un plaisir, elle peut contribuer aussi à stimuler votre cerveau!
Dans un article récent sur CBC, Bob McDonald présente les résultats d'une nouvelle étude comparant, par IRM, des ornithologues experts et des débutants.
Snippet from a CBC news article about how birdwatching may build better brains according to a recent study.
Birding isn't just a great hobby - it may also help keep your brain sharp!
In a recent CBC article, Bob McDonald discusses the results of a new study where MRI scans compared expert birders with beginners.
An American Goldfinch grips the metal bars of a bird feeder. Overlay text reads Cats and Birds: Exploring the science behind this complex conservation issue
Cats are considered the number one threat to birds in Canada. It's a fascinating and complex conservation issue.
Tune into The Warblers podcast with @juliakilgour.bsky.social and @jonathanjojochu.bsky.social to hear some expert insights on human behaviours and cat research.
Chaque printemps, des bénévoles de partout au Canada participent à l’Inventaire des hiboux nocturnes, nous aidant ainsi à évaluer la santé des populations de strigidés dans les forêts du pays.
Pour en savoir plus et vous inscrire : www.oiseauxcanada.org/etudier-les-...
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A survey participant. Overlay reads Owl surveyors set out at dusk, in late winter or early spring, to listen for owls along their assigned roadside route.
A survey participant. Overlay reads Owl surveys kick off in February in BC and in mid-March or April everywhere else. If you want to get involved, contact your regional owl survey program to volunteer.
Each spring, volunteers across Canada take part in the Nocturnal Owl Survey, helping us understand the health of owl populations in the country's forest landscapes.
Learn more and sign up: www.birdscanada.org/bird-science/nocturnal-owl-survey
Voici l'Ambassadeur aviaire 2026 d'Oiseaux Canada : le Gros-bec errant!
Tout au long de l’année, nous vous ferons découvrir des récits, des initiatives de conservation et des chercheurs qui s’efforcent de mieux comprendre ce petit oiseau énigmatique.
Introducing Birds Canada’s 2026 Avian Ambassador: the Evening Grosbeak.
Throughout the year, we'll be connecting you with stories, conservation work and researchers who are working to better understand this enigmatic finch.
On the latest Warblers Podcast, we learn about the issues facing Canada’s North, and species like Hudsonian Godwits and Whimbrels. Locals, Indigenous Elders, and wildlife biologists – it takes a team to help habitats and shorebirds.
Listen to the full episode wherever you get your podcasts.
Arrive bientôt : l'identité de l’Ambassadeur aviaire 2026 d’Oiseaux Canada! Autrefois commun, ce magnifique oiseau nomade a connu un déclin drastique au cours des 50 dernières années.
Audio : Peter Ward et Ken Hall, XC598472. Disponible sur www.xeno-canto.org.
Coming soon: Birds Canada's 2026 Avian Ambassador! Once common, this striking nomadic bird has seen a drastic decline in the last 50 years.
Stay tuned for the big reveal!
Audio: Peter Ward and Ken Hall, XC598472. Accessible at www.xeno-canto.org.
Rejoignez la volée! Oiseaux Canada est à la recherche de Techniciennes/techniciens de terrain pur la Programme d’étude des oiseaux terrestres de haute altitude dans des régions du nord du Nouveau-Brunswick. www.oiseauxcanada.org/a-propos-de-...
A Bicknell's Thrush perches alert on a spruce branchwith overlay text reading "We're hiring: High Elevation Landbird Program Field Technicians"
Join the flock! Birds Canada is hiring High Elevation Landbird Program Field Technicians to conduct surveys for Bicknell’s Thrush and other high-elevation birds in remote regions of northern New Brunswick
www.birdscanada.org/about-us/job...
Aujourd'hui, c'est la Journée nationale des oiseaux! C'est aussi le dernier jour du Recensement des oiseaux de Noël. Quelle meilleure façon de célébrer que de souligner la contribution de tous ceux qui ont participé à la conservation des oiseaux?
A Sandhill Crane forages on the snowy ground.
A Song Sparrow perches on a snow-laden log.
Two Arctic Terns share a fish in a courtship display.
A Tree Swallow perches on a fencepost.
Today is National Bird Day! It's also the final day of the Christmas Bird Count.
What better way to celebrate than by recognizing all of those who participated and contributed to bird conservation? The data collected helps improve our understanding of how birds are doing across Canada.
On the latest Warblers Podcast, we answer YOUR questions!
Do Northern Lights impact migration? How do Surf Scoters digest clams whole? And more!
Thanks to our guests for sharing their insights!
@evoneuro.bsky.social, @nelsyninor.bsky.social, @jodyallair.bsky.social, @dmennill.bsky.social
A person opens an envelope revealing a card with a Bohemian Waxwing and the words Gift of Bird Conservation
Anyone can give the Gift of Bird Conservation at the click of a button!
A donation of any amount comes with an automatic tax receipt, a downloadable gift certificate for the gift recipient, and their special invitation to join Project FeederWatch in 2026: conserve.birdscanada.org/page/77170/d...
Looking for some inspiration? Stu Mackenzie is celebrating 20 yrs at Birds Canada. Truly one of a kind. Absolute legend @birdscanada.bsky.social #birds 🌿
Une Sittelle à poitrine rousse sur une branche ave du texte qui lit Merci de nous avoir aidés à dépasser notre objectif de dons égalés pour Mardi Je Donne!
En ce #JeudiMerci, nous vous remercions!
Grâce à votre incroyable générosité, nous avons dépassé notre objectif de dons jumelés pour le Mardi je donne. Votre soutien contribue à la protection des oiseaux par la recherche, la conservation et des actions concrètes partout au Canada.
A Red-breasted nuthatch perches on a branch. Overlay text reads Thank you for helping us exceed our Giving Tuesday match!
This #ThankYouThursday, we’re celebrating YOU!
Thanks to your incredible generosity, we not only met but exceeded our Giving Tuesday match. Your support helps protect birds through research, conservation, and on-the-ground action across Canada.
From Whimbrels and hawks, to colourful characters like the Scarlet Tanager or the iconic Blue Jay - Toronto has plenty to offer! On the Warblers Podcast, we learn more about the diversity of Toronto's birds and the joys of the thriving birding community.
Today is #GivingTuesday! For one day only, your generosity can soar even higher: every dollar you give will be doubled up to $72,500 by a group of dedicated donors!
💌 Every dollar you give will be matched, helping birds thrive through the winter and beyond: tinyurl.com/w48f3npv
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Un pic mineur est perché sur une bûche. Le texte superposé indique : « Égaler un don amplifie les résultats positifs que nous pouvons atteindre. » - Alison, donatrice jumelée pour #MardiJeDonne et bénévole chez Oiseaux Canada
Une sittelle à poitrine rousse perchée sur une branche d'épinette. Texte superposé : Restez au courant! Inscrivez-vous pour recevoir un rappel pour #MardiJeDonne.
💚 Pour une seule journée, votre don aura un impact deux fois plus grand. Demain, pour Mardi je donne, chaque dollar que vous donnerez sera doublé, jusqu'à concurrence de 72 500 $, grâce à des donateurs comme Alison.
Inscrivez-vous pour recevoir un rappel pour #MardiJeDonne: tinyurl.com/bddpeutr
A Dark-eyed Junco perches on a snowy branch with berries. Overlay text reads Tomorrow, your gift will be matched. 12. 2. 2025. #GivingTuesday
A Downy Woodpecker perches on a log. Overlay text reads "Giving a matching gift amplifies the difference we can make." - Alison, #GivingTuesday Matching Donor and Birds Canada Volunteer
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💚 For one day only, your donation will have double the impact. Tomorrow, on #GivingTuesday, every dollar you give will be matched up to $72,500 by donors like Alison.
Want to stay in the loop? Sign up now for your #GivingTuesday reminder: tinyurl.com/bddpeutr
