Bald Eagles of Calgary
One bird that I’ve been seeing on a somewhat regular basis around Calgary this winter has been the majestic Bald Eagle, and what a magnificent sight they are whether they are soaring, hunting, or simply perched surveying their domain. Growing up in Australia I only ever remember hearing how endangered …
Citrine Wagtail Continues in the Comox Valley
It’s not often that one sees a once in a lifetime “life bird” like the citrine wagtail (Motacilla citreola) that showed up way back in November, 2012 alongside an unremarkable farm field road on Vancouver Island, British Columbia. Found by local Comox Valley birder Dave Routledge, this second North American and …
What is Canada’s National Bird?
Seeking Manitoba Birders!
The Manitoba Breeding Bird Atlas is once again launching a series of expeditions in northern Manitoba in June and July 2013 and is seeking skilled birders to assist. Most expeditions involve 4 – 6 people and range from 10 – 18 days in length. We try to combine skilled point counters with skilled canoeists …
Intergrade Northern Flickers
Northern Flickers, which are common all across North America, occur in two subspecies, Yellow-shafted in the north and east, and Red-shafted in the west. In flight Red-shafted flickers show a salmon-red colour under the wings and tail, whereas the Yellow-shafted show a golden-yellow colour. That seems straightforward enough: red=Red-shafted, yellow=Yellow-shafted. …
Greetings from Gabriola Island
The Great Horned Owls of Sikome Lake
Everyone loves owls. Their big eyes, large size, and charismatic facial expressions can make even a non-birder sit up and take notice, and many birders have had their start with some incredible experience or other either chasing, discovering, or simply learning about them. Here in Calgary, there has been at …