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
Project FeederWatch
From November to April, count birds at your feeders and share your observations with us. The results help scientists study winter bird populations!
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Vote for Canada’s National Bird
Bird Studies Canada is the National Conservation Partner for the
Canadian Geographic National Bird Project. Vote for your favourite species or contribute a short essay.
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