Bird Studies Canada conserves wild birds through sound science, on-the-ground actions, innovative partnerships, public engagement, and science-based advocacy.
Canadian Birds
The Indigo Bunting is a regular neotropical migrant found in most of southern Canada, except in the prairies.
Their vibrant blue colour, like for most blue birds, isn't due to a pigment, but rather to a structural effect on light.
(Photo: Norm Q. Townsend)
Featured Programs
Birding for Conservation
Gather your friends, co-workers, and family and join the 2019 Great Canadian Birdathon. No experience is necessary – we’ll help you get started. Enjoy a day of birding while raising essential funds for bird conservation!
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Project FeederWatch
If you have access to a bird feeder and the internet you can help Bird Studies Canada’s research and conservation efforts. No experience is necessary to take part. Bird Studies Canada provides material to help with bird identification.
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