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Wild About Birds

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Birds are almost certainly some of the most watched and beloved of Canada's wildlife species. In fields and forests, along rivers and coastlines, in city parks and even our backyards billions of individual birds representing 451 species inhabit the skies and wild spaces of Canada.

In addition to the natural beauty and species diversity they offer, birds also serve an important purpose. Birds do a fabulous job of helping our ecosystems run smoothly. They help limit insect populations, pollinate plants and disperse seeds. In cases involving vultures, crows and other carrion-eating birds, they also clean up the messes made by humans and other organisms.

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Despite their numbers, the threats leading to declines in North American bird populations continue to grow. These threats include loss of habitat, invasive species, pesticides, toxic chemicals, pollution, cat predation, decrease in insect prey numbers, climate change, disease and death resulting from man-made obstacles like wind turbines and impact with windows of buildings during migration. As a result, nearly 20 per cent of native bird species are at risk of extinction. It’s a complicated problem to solve, as birds depend on many different habitats for survival.

Thankfully, there are simple things you can do to have a positive impact on birds and help reduce declining populations. From installing a birdhouse to planting wildlife-friending gardens, protecting birds from hitting the window of your home, and keeping pet cats indoors, actions designed to improve the fate of Canada’s beloved bird species can start in your very own back yard. Learn more below.

Did You Know

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50%

Approximate decline in shorebird species in Canada. Habitat loss at all stages of their journey, from breeding grounds in Canada to stopover sites throughout the Western Hemisphere, is the primary cause of decline.
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20%

Approximate number of birds currently listed at some level of risk in Canada. These species are in need of conservation action to curb their decline.
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$100 million

Approximate revenue generated for Canada’s economy through bird-watching activities across the country.

What You Can Do

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Bare Necessities for Birds


Be sure you have the four bird basics available in in your yard.

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Feed The Birds


Give songbirds something to sing about. Purchase a package of our scientifically developed CWF birdseed blends, and learn more about proper bird feeding methods.

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Build a Bird House


Build your own bird nesting boxes for the spring and summer and roosting boxes for the rest of the year.

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Log Your Observations


You can help scientists and officials alike make informed decisions by providing your bird observations! Upload your photo with location to iNaturalist.ca and scientists will incorporate your data.

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Plant A Bird Friendly Garden


Add the CWF line of Medallion pollinator plants to your garden. This collection of neonic-free plant kits is designed to provide a veritable buffet of plants for bees, birds and butterflies. Planting with wildlife friendly plants from our WILD About Birds and CWF Pollinator plant collections could make your garden eligible for official certifcation from CWF. Learn more about these plants and our garden certification program.

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Reduce Bird Impacts With Buildings


Help lower bird mortality by taking a few simple steps to reduce the risk of collision.

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Give Backyard Birds Something to Sing About

CWF’s blends for small and large birds are certified and triple cleaned to help maintain healthy wildlife populations.

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Join Our Birding Community

Tell us about the birds in your backyard!

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What You Can Do

Do it yourself!

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