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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.

10.03.2026 20:10 👍 12 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
Snippet from a CBC news article about how birdwatching may build better brains according to a recent study.

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.

10.03.2026 20:10 👍 28 🔁 11 💬 1 📌 2
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

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.

03.03.2026 22:00 👍 47 🔁 19 💬 4 📌 3

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-...

27.02.2026 21:42 👍 8 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0
A Nocturnal Owl Survey participant. Overlay text reads Nocturnal Owl Survey: Tracking nocturnal owl populations across Canada

A Nocturnal Owl Survey participant. Overlay text reads Nocturnal Owl Survey: Tracking nocturnal owl populations across Canada

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 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.

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

27.02.2026 21:42 👍 26 🔁 7 💬 1 📌 4

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.

06.02.2026 20:43 👍 14 🔁 9 💬 0 📌 0
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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.

06.02.2026 20:42 👍 64 🔁 17 💬 3 📌 4
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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.

05.02.2026 20:46 👍 33 🔁 12 💬 0 📌 1

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.

04.02.2026 21:38 👍 5 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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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.

04.02.2026 21:38 👍 12 🔁 4 💬 0 📌 1

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-...

22.01.2026 18:26 👍 5 🔁 5 💬 0 📌 0
A Bicknell's Thrush perches alert on a spruce branchwith overlay text reading "We're hiring: High Elevation Landbird Program Field Technicians"

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...

22.01.2026 18:25 👍 11 🔁 5 💬 0 📌 2

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?

05.01.2026 22:00 👍 13 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
A Sandhill Crane forages on the snowy ground.

A Sandhill Crane forages on the snowy ground.

A Song Sparrow perches on a snow-laden log.

A Song Sparrow perches on a snow-laden log.

Two Arctic Terns share a fish in a courtship display.

Two Arctic Terns share a fish in a courtship display.

A Tree Swallow perches on a fencepost.

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.

05.01.2026 21:59 👍 62 🔁 11 💬 1 📌 5
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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

15.12.2025 22:13 👍 49 🔁 11 💬 0 📌 0
A person opens an envelope revealing a card with a Bohemian Waxwing and the words Gift of Bird Conservation

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...

12.12.2025 22:05 👍 17 🔁 6 💬 0 📌 0
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Celebrating 20 years of Canada’s Ambassador to Long Point – Stu Mackenzie For two decades, Stu Mackenzie has helped shape Long Point Bird Observatory into a world-class hub for migration science, training and global collaboration. From pioneering Motus to inspiring countles...

Looking for some inspiration? Stu Mackenzie is celebrating 20 yrs at Birds Canada. Truly one of a kind. Absolute legend @birdscanada.bsky.social #birds 🌿

12.12.2025 15:28 👍 74 🔁 14 💬 5 📌 0
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!

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.

04.12.2025 21:30 👍 13 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0
A Red-breasted nuthatch perches on a branch. Overlay text reads Thank you for helping us exceed our Giving Tuesday match!

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.

04.12.2025 21:29 👍 17 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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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.

03.12.2025 21:20 👍 33 🔁 7 💬 0 📌 0
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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

02.12.2025 15:26 👍 16 🔁 3 💬 0 📌 1
Un junco ardoisé se perche sur une branche enneigée chargée de baies. Texte superposé : Demain, votre don sera doublé. 12.02.2025. #MardiJeDonne

Un junco ardoisé se perche sur une branche enneigée chargée de baies. Texte superposé : Demain, votre don sera doublé. 12.02.2025. #MardiJeDonne

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

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.

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

01.12.2025 19:36 👍 4 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0
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 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

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

A Red-breasted Nuthatch perched on a spruce branch. Overlay text reads Stay in the loop! Sign up for your #GivingTuesday reminder today.

A Red-breasted Nuthatch perched on a spruce branch. Overlay text reads Stay in the loop! Sign up for your #GivingTuesday reminder today.

💚 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

01.12.2025 19:25 👍 11 🔁 5 💬 0 📌 0
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This Giving Tuesday, Birds Canada supporter and volunteer Alison is proud to join a group of generous donors who will match gifts to Birds Canada, dollar for dollar.

You can learn more about Alison's story on our blog: www.birdscanada.org/together-for...

27.11.2025 22:00 👍 14 🔁 4 💬 0 📌 0
A Canada Jay perched in a coniferous tree. A superimposed graphic shows NatureCounts' point counting tool.

A Canada Jay perched in a coniferous tree. A superimposed graphic shows NatureCounts' point counting tool.

Birds Canada recently received a contribution from the Canadian Space Agency through the smartEarth initiative – but what have birds got to do with space? NatureCounts uses satellite imaging to map routes and plot birds. The app is a game-changer for birds – this grant will help us expand our tools!

11.11.2025 21:30 👍 68 🔁 10 💬 1 📌 1
Un homme regarde à travers des jumelles. Le texte superimposé lit : « Célébration les 20 ans de carrière se Pete Davidson à Oiseaux Canada ».

Un homme regarde à travers des jumelles. Le texte superimposé lit : « Célébration les 20 ans de carrière se Pete Davidson à Oiseaux Canada ».

Joignez-vous à nous pour célébrer un accomplissement exceptionnel : Pete Davidson, vice-président, Science et surveillance, travaille chez Oiseaux Canada depuis 20 ans!

Apprenez-en davantage sur son histoire dans notre dernier blog : lnkd.in/eiVExsd4

04.11.2025 21:52 👍 4 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0
A man looks through a pair of binoculars with overlay text reading Celebrating 20 years of Pete Davidson at Birds Canada

A man looks through a pair of binoculars with overlay text reading Celebrating 20 years of Pete Davidson at Birds Canada

Join us in celebrating an incredible milestone: Pete Davidson, Vice-President of Science and Monitoring, has been with Birds Canada for 20 years!

Learn more about his story in our latest blog: tinyurl.com/45x8cww4

04.11.2025 21:50 👍 19 🔁 7 💬 0 📌 2
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Dr. Andrew Iwaniuk - bird brain expert - joins The Warblers podcast. He shares fascinating insights into the unique senses birds have and how their brains are adapted to use them! @evoneuro.bsky.social

04.11.2025 14:07 👍 55 🔁 19 💬 2 📌 2
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Project FeederWatch

Donnez une seconde vie à vos citrouilles : transformez-les en mangeoires à oiseaux! 🎃🐦

Cette idée de bricolage amusante est idéale pour célébrer le lancement du Projet de surveillance des mangeoires, dont la nouvelle saison commence demain!

www.birdscanada.org/pfw

31.10.2025 19:41 👍 8 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0
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Give your pumpkins a second life — as bird feeders! 🎃🐦

This fun DIY idea is a great way to welcome the start of Project FeederWatch, with the new season beginning tomorrow! Join thousands of people across North America watching and counting feeder birds all winter long!

www.birdscanada.org/pfw

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