Do Birds Really Mate for Life? A Look at Backyard Bird Pair Bonds

Wednesday, February 11, 2026

Heather

Around Valentine’s Day, one phrase always makes the rounds in nature conversations:“Bird mates for life.”It’s a comforting idea: the notion of steadfast partnership in the natural world. But as with most things in nature, the reality is a little more complex, and far more interesting.So… do birds r…

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The Most Important Thing You Can Offer Birds in Winter (Hint: It’s Not Seed)

Wednesday, January 28, 2026

Heather

When people think about helping birds in winter, the first thing that comes to mind is food — and while feeding birds is absolutely valuable, it isn’t the whole picture during these difficult months.In fact, one of the most important things birds need in winter often gets overlooked entirely.
Winter…

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Where Do Birds Sleep at Night in Winter?

Wednesday, January 14, 2026

Heather

We watch birds all day and then as soon as dusk falls, they're gone. Have you ever asked yourself...“Where do the birds go at night?”We're here to answer that question! 


Birds Don’t Sleep Like We DoBirds don’t “sleep” in the same way humans do. They enter short periods of rest while remainin…

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The Winter Seed Guide: What to Offer (and Why) When Temperatures Drop

Tuesday, December 30, 2025

Heather

Winter transforms our backyards. They're snowy, they're cold. For birds, it’s the most energy-demanding time of year. Short days, long nights, freezing temperatures, open water turned to ice… everything about winter asks birds to work harder simply to survive.
And this is exactly why your fe…

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Holiday Gift Guide for Bird & Nature Lovers: 2025 Edition

Wednesday, December 10, 2025

Heather

The holiday season is here, and if you're shopping for someone who loves birds, backyard nature, or simply enjoys peaceful, quiet moments at the window with a warm drink in hand, then this guide is for you!Gifts that connect people to wildlife tend to become the ones they remember most. Whether…

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Wildlife-Friendly Holiday Habits: Simple Ways to Help Nature This Season

Wednesday, November 26, 2025

Heather

The holiday season brings cozy lights, festive gatherings, and traditions. A meaningful time to show a little extra care for the wildlife that we share our spaces with.  From birds living through colder, harsher weather to small mammals seeking reliable shelter, simple choices at home can support t…

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Birds to Look For This Winter: Finch Forecast Breakdown 2025–2026

Wednesday, November 12, 2025

Heather

Each fall, the Finch Research Network’s Winter Finch Forecast offers birders across North America a glimpse of what to expect from our most colourful winter visitors. Because winter finches follow the food, cone and seed crops in the boreal forest largely determine who will stay north and who will …

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Pumpkin Party for Wildlife Day – November 1st 🎃

Wednesday, October 29, 2025

Heather

Halloween might be over, but your pumpkins still have one last job to do! But we are declaring November 1st as Pumpkin Party for Wildlife Day. With just a little creativity, your jack-o’-lanterns can become food, shelter, and enrichment for the wildlife around your home. 



Here a few ways to repurpos…

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October’s Backyard Visitors: Sparrows, Juncos, and the First Signs of Winter

Thursday, October 16, 2025

Heather

October in Ontario is a month of change. The last of the migrants are passing through, the trees are losing their leaves (albeit beautifully!), and suddenly your feeders look a little different. Familiar faces are still around, but new arrivals are joining the mix. Some of winter's beloved favo…

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