Birds
The Amazing Migration of Neotropical Birds
Witness the amazing migration of neotropical birds from Central and South America to their nesting grounds right here in Alberta!
Read MoreAvian Influenza: A New Chapter in an Old Book
In 2022, nature surprised us with a dramatic change in the impact of avian influenza. What happened, and what comes next?
Read MoreFour Ways to Help Your Backyard Birds
BY STEPHANIE WEIZENBACH
Four practical tips to create a safe and welcoming space for urban birds in your own backyard.
Read MoreSpring is in the Air – Breeding Birds in Alberta
Recorded Presentation
Speaker: Jan Wijmenga
Host: Nature Alberta
Stansell’s List
A 1923 manuscript, Birds of Alberta, has recently come to light, describing the birdlife of Alberta a century ago.
Read MoreFive New Firsts in Alberta Bird Sightings
Alberta’s official bird record gained five first-time species sightings last year!
Read MoreMotus: The Latest Advance in Tracking Bird Migration
New technology, new insight — Motus is a tiny revolution in tracking bird migration.
Read MoreCanada Jays: Grey Ghosts of the Northern Woods
Meet the grey ghost of the northern woods — the mischievous yet charming Canada jay.
Read MoreChristmas Bird Count
Across Alberta in December or January depending on local count day
Read MoreHow to Build a Bird: The Story of Avian Evolution
BY RICHARD SCHNEIDER AND NICK CARTER
The origin of the avian body plan is not something bird watchers often think about. With so many species to find and identify out there, what does it matter how they originated? However, the story of bird evolution is a fascinating one, and understanding it can bring great enrichment to the hobby of birdwatching.
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