House sparrows and starlings are commonly found in gardens, but what about some of the more colourful varieties? If you keep a look out you may see some of these wild birds visiting your garden. Steller’s Jay The Steller’s Jay is a relative of the Blue Jay. If you spot
Bird watching in Vancouver
We have already explored some of the commonly spotted birds in Vancouver. Others include black capped chickadees, well known for their chick-a-dee-dee-dee bird call. These cute little birds can be found in city and suburban areas in gardens and woodlands all year round. Other commonly spotted birds include House Sparrows,
Vancouver international bird festival
August 2018 was marked by the Vancouver International Bird Festival. The event was held in coordination with the International Ornithological Congress which was hosted in Vancouver that summer. Locals and visitors were treated to a range of fun and interesting activities to get the whole family involved. Activities included the
Birdwatching with children
Getting your kids interested in birdwatching can be educational and a fun way to spend quality time together. Fostering an interest in nature is vital to help safeguard species and encourage environmentally friendly lifestyles for the next generation. Even if you don’t spot a single bird, just being outdoors is
