BC Bird Trail

Our bird feeders may be down, but that doesn’t mean that there still aren’t plenty of birds to see at the Heron Reserve! This Black-Capped Chickadee (Poecile at...ricapillus) is one of the most common local birds in the winter. They show very little fear of people, making them great for observing with kids. This particular bird was very inquisitive and came rather close to inspect me on a walk. They are most often seen in small flocks, bouncing through shrubs looking for insects and seeds. If you see a flock of chickadees watch them closely, as other small birds will join in for protection. The iconic chick a dee call which they get their name from is often used as an alarm call, which they use to warn a flock of potential danger. The number of dees in the call relate to how serious the danger is, which is why a bird will use multiple dees when near a person as we don’t represent a major threat. These little birds are cavity nesters, often using old woodpecker nests. Snags, the technical term for dead standing trees, provide valuable nesting habitat. These trees are often removed by people as they are not as attractive and could pose a fall risk, but here at the heron reserve we try to leave as many snags standing as we can. See more

Use our hashtags #BCBirdTrail or #LookUpStayGrounded when posting your shots taken on the BC Bird Trail for an opportunity to be featured on our Facebook Page. We love sharing all your beautiful photos with fellow bird enthusiasts. You can also tag us directly Happy birding everyone! Shayne Kaye... #birdsofbc #bcbirds #bcbirding #birdingbc #bcwildlife#birds #birding #birders #birdphotography #birdwatching #birdlover #birdshot#birdsofcanada #birdconservation #ebirdcanada #birdscanada #heron

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Looking for a new hobby to fill up your time in 2021? May we suggest bird photography? Not only is it great as a physically distanced outside activity, it can be incredibly exciting and rewarding, and it really makes the perfect add-on to an already budding birding hobby. In our latest Birding 101 Field Notes post, we give you the rundown on bird photography basics: where to start and tips on getting out in the field. Read now on our website!... https://bcbirdtrail.ca/field/birding-101-photography-basics Oh, and if you post your shots on social media, make sure to tag us or use the hashtags #BCBirdTrail or #LookUpStayGrounded so we can share your photos! Like you, we’re passionate about exploring BCbut now is not the time to travel. Until February 5, all non-essential travel to and within BC should be avoided. Explore only your local trails and birding locations. Be mindful of the protocols put in place by local businesses. Please stay local and support local this holiday season #birdsofbc #bcbirds #bcbirding #birdingbc #bcwildlife #birds #birding #birders #birdphotography #birdwatching #birdlover #birdshot #birdsofcanada #birdconservation #ebirdcanada #birdscanada #owl #barnowl

Looking to get outside in the Richmond area? Spend a half-day visiting Terra Nova Rural Park, a popular community green space located in northwest Richmond. Located along the Pacific Flyway, this park offers great opportunities to see migratory birds, with viewing platforms along the trails that are perfect for bird watching. Local birds vary from eagles, hawks, and herons to colourful waterfowl, twittering songbirds, and striking owls. All you have to do is #LookUpStayGround...ed #BCBirdTrail // #ExploreBC #BCNice #RichmondNice Like you, we’re passionate about exploring BCbut now is not the time to travel. Until February 5, all non-essential travel to and within BC should be avoided. Explore only your local trails and birding locations. Be mindful of the protocols put in place by local businesses. Please stay local and support local this holiday season #bcbirding #birdingbc #bcwildlife #birds #birding #birders #birdphotography #birdwatching #birdlover #RichmondMoments

Struggling to find local gifts for the birders in your life? In our latest Field Notes, we've collected some gift ideas from shops along the BC Bird Trails, as well as some from local birders and conservation groups. https://bcbirdtrail.ca/field-notes/gift-ideas-for-birders Tyler Rutherford... #BCBirdTrail #LookUpStayGrounded // #ExploreBC Like you, we’re passionate about exploring BC. But now is the time for us to stay local and support local businesses with just your immediate household or bubble. Let’s each do our part now, so we can explore BC again, soon. We’re all in this together. For more information, visit the Government of British Columbia's website. #birdsofbc #bcbirds #bcbirding #birdingbc #bcwildlife #birdsofcanada #birdconservation #ebirdcanada #birdscanada

#ICYMI: What is Birding? This Field Notes post explores the many ways in which different people engage in birding and bird watching. If you're not quite sure what it means to go birding, check this post out! Read it in our Field Notes:... https://bcbirdtrail.ca/field-no/birding-101-what-is-birding #BCBirdTrail #LookUpStayGrounded // #ExploreBC #birdsofbc #bcbirds #bcbirding #birdingbc #bcwildlife #birds #birding #birders #birdwatching #birdlover

Watching your every move with unsettling stillness, Barred Owls are majestic, silent predators of the night. Known to be a very vocal bird, their distinct call is often described as a Who cooks for you? call. During the day you may spot them roosting in dense treed areas. Shayne Kaye Photo #BCBirdTrail #LookUpStayGrounded // #ExploreBC... #birdsofbc #bcbirds #bcbirding #birdingbc #bcwildlife #birds #birding #birders #birdphotography #birdwatching #birdlover #birdshot #birdsofcanada #birdconservation #ebirdcanada #birdscanada #barredowl #owl #owls #owlsofinstagram

Twitcher? Pelagic? Hybrid? What do these words mean in the birding context? If you've ever explored birding blogs or websites, or even run into fellow birders along the BC Bird Trails, you may have heard some terms you've never heard before. Don't worry, we're here to help! In our latest Field Notes post, we've compiled a list of common birding terms to help you navigate the world of birding.... Check out Birding 101: Birding Glossary: https://bcbirdtrail.ca/field-notes/birding-101-glossary Artem Labunsky #BCBirdTrail #LookUpStayGrounded // #ExploreBC #birdsofbc #bcbirds #bcbirding #birdingbc #bcwildlife #birds #birding #birders #birdwatching #birdlover #birdshot #glossary #birdingterms #birdingterminology

An iconic bird of North America, the Bald Eagle is a large raptor distinguished by a brown body and white feathers on its head and tail. They are known to hunt for fish, mammals, and other birds, as well as scavenge for carrion. Bald Eagles are most likely to be spotted in the tops of tall trees along lakes, rivers, and coastal regions, or soaring high in the sky. They're especially common in the autumn months on the Fraser Valley Bird Trail, feasting on local spawning salmon..., as well as along the coasts of the Central Vancouver Island Trail. They also enjoy perching atop poles and trees in the farmlands on the Richmond Delta Trail, searching for their next meal. Use our self-guided itineraries plan your birding adventures and maybe you'll catch a glimpse of these epic birds! Visit https://bcbirdtrail.ca Shayne Kaye #BCBirdTrail #LookUpStayGrounded // #ExploreBC . . . #RichmondMoments #ExploreNanaimo #DiscoverCowichan #parksvillequalicumbeach #exploredelta #LangleyFresh #ExploreAbbotsford #ShareChilliwack #HarrisonHotSprings #IndigenousBC #birdsofbc #bcbirds #bcbirding #birdingbc #bcwildlife

Accessible year-round, Fishtrap Creek Park is great for casual birding. The 1.9km loop trail is perfect for easygoing walks and provides lookout posts along the creek paths for birdwatching. Explore more of the Fraser Valley Bird Trail through our self-guided birding itineraries. We've mapped out the best places to grab a bite to eat, as well as places to stay if you plan to make an overnight trip. Plan your fall birding adventure today!... https://bcbirdtrail.ca/trails/fraser-valley #BCBirdTrail #LookUpStayGrounded // #ExploreBC #birdsofbc #bcbirds #bcbirding #birdingbc #bcwildlife #birdsofcanada #birdconservation #ebirdcanada #birdscanada #birds #birding #birders #birdphotography #birdwatching #birdlover