Bird Blogs

These blogs will address various topics related to the birds of the Land Between. Read these blogs to learn interesting facts, ways to help birds and more about our bird research.

The Birds Return! A closer look at the common Red-winged Blackbirds

May 1, 2024

The days are long, the ice is melting, and our feathery friends are starting to return from their wintering grounds. One of the earliest arrivals is the Red-winged Blackbird, who …

7 Cool Facts About Black-capped Chickadees

February 28, 2023

Black-capped Chickadees (Poecile atricapillus) are the cutest and most easily recognizable birds we have here in The Land Between. They are curious, energetic, and downright acrobatic! Earning their names from …

Declining Bird Numbers

February 28, 2023

While you might not always see a beaver or a white-tailed deer on an everyday basis, you can always rely on seeing birds wherever you go. And while is true, …

What is happening to our humming bird populations?

July 4, 2022

Hummingbird Population Trends: What You Should Know Many North American bird populations are in decline, but does this include hummingbird species? This question was investigated in a recent research article …

Keep Your Cats Indoors: Disappearing Birds

June 13, 2022

A study of 500 species of birds in Canada and the US was published in the prestigious journal Science in September 2019. It found that in the last 50 years, 3 …

Where Are All the Birds?

October 18, 2021

Birds are extremely fascinating creatures with their colourful feathers and sing-song calls. Yet, whenever I watch them gracefully gliding through the air it is almost impossible to fathom that they …

Black-capped Chickadees- The Cheeseburger Birds

March 1, 2021

Black-capped Chickadees (Poecile atricapillus) are the most easily recognizable birds we have here in The Land Between (beyond, perhaps, BlueJays), and we think you might agree they are the “cutest” …

Bringing Birdwatching to The Land Between

January 14, 2021

There are 291 species of birds known to breed within the province. Of these 204 species that breed in The Land Between. But over 300 species visit this area. Despite …

Are We Losing the Loons?

January 9, 2021

What is Happening to Our Loons in Ontario? The Common Loon (Gavia immer) is Ontario’s provincial bird and a well-known character in cottage country – its mournful wails and …

Nightjars While Nest-Watching: A Personal Account

July 8, 2020

A Personal Review of Turtle Nesting Season and the Excitement of Bird-watching Written by Xavier Tuson, Conservation Technician for The Land Between Turtle nesting season has just finished. I …

Nightjars While Nest-Watching: A Personal Account

Jul 8, 2020

A Personal Review of Turtle Nesting Season and the Excitement of Bird-watching Written by Xavier Tuson, Conservation Technician for The Land Between Turtle nesting season has just finished. I …

Keep Your Fur-Child and Wildlife Safe (Apocalypse Meow)

Jan 14, 2020

Keep Your Fur Child & Wildlife Safe (aka. Apocalypse Meow) We tend to love and dote upon our pets. We treat them as our children, and post photos of their silly …

Attracting Year-Round Birds to Your Backyard!

Sep 8, 2019

Tips & Tricks for Attracting Year-Round Birds to Your Backyard Many bird species throughout The Land Between stay in Canada year-round, rather than migrating South in the wintertime. Chickadees …