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Renewed agreement between the leading conservation organizations reaffirms 25 years of running one of the oldest volunteer-based survey efforts in North America and sets up commitment to further develop the program. The post Birds Canada and Audubon renew partnership on annual Christmas Bird Count appeared first on Birds Canada | Oiseaux Canada .
For many bird species, including Tree Swallows, it is most beneficial if their migration and breeding activities are timed to coincide with insect emergence— typically adults breed and chicks hatch during peak insect season when there’s lots of food. However, under a changing climate, this perfect timing doesn’t happen as often. In fact, a recent study using long-term data from LPBO demonstrated…
Photo: John Reaume | Bird Atlases across the country are providing insights into our most-loved species, but one that is sometimes overlooked is the Orchard Oriole (the Baltimore Oriole steals the attention!). Learn about an endearing species and it’s fascinating range expansion – knowledge gained with the help of Atlas volunteers. The post Thriving on the Edge: The Orchard Oriole’s Northward…
Photo: Sean Jenniskens | The Ontario Forest Birds crew shares the intimate details of their field work. From mosquito bites to lush waterfalls – the team takes to the woods each summer in search of Ontario’s most at-risk forest birds. They strive to understand threats and provide protection in this incredible team effort. The post Science in the Forest: Searching for Ontario’s Rarest Birds…
Photo: Sean Jenniskens | Today, organizations across Canada, including Birds Canada, are raising concerns about the direction the federal government is taking, following a series of decisions that weaken environmental protections. This is far from the first time that the health of the environment has been misleadingly portrayed as a barrier to economic progress. But over the last few weeks, a…
The Maritimes Marsh Monitoring Program will undergo a resurgence in Prince Edward Island this summer, thanks to funding from the PEI Wildlife Conservation Fund. The post Bringing the Marsh Monitoring Program back to Prince Edward Island appeared first on Birds Canada | Oiseaux Canada .
Meet the family that has been a part of Birdathon since the beginning. Ricky Dunn and David Hussell started the original Birdathon back in 1976 to support Birds Canada’s founding program, the Long Point Bird Observatory. Their family hasn’t stopped participating since. The post Birdathon: a 50-year Tradition for the Dunn-Hussell Family appeared first on Birds Canada | Oiseaux Canada .
We invited long-time Birdathon participant David Love to share the impact of the event over the years. Click through to the blog for some fascinating Birdathon lore: facts, figures, notable participants and more! The post Counting for a Cause: 50 years of Birding for Conservation! appeared first on Birds Canada | Oiseaux Canada .
Photo: Credit: Christopher Kindratsky/Western Communications | Protecting birds starts with knowledge. Understanding where they move, when they travel, and how they use the landscapes that we share, is one of the first steps to helping them thrive. This can’t happen in isolation. Across Canada, there’s a growing commitment to better understand and help birds. The post Birds Canada-Western…
Whether you have a big garden or a balcony with some pots – these patches of habitat add up to something meaningful for bird populations. Read about some of the best plants for attracting birds to your space: hummingbirds, warblers, and even winter favourites! The post Grow a Bird-Friendly Garden This Season appeared first on Birds Canada | Oiseaux Canada .
