birds of a feather Archives - Stanley Park Ecology (SPE)

Jan 25, 2026 @ 09:30 amEvents

Birds of a Feather: Frosty Flutters

Discover the incredible variety and lives of local birds in our monthly birding program, Birds of a Feather. This month, join avid birder, wildlife photographer, and SPE Nature House Outreach Specialist Frank Lin for a relaxed interpretive outing and learn to identify and appreciate seasonal bird species. In the winter, it’s the perfect time to spend a Sunday morning surrounded by flutters, calls, and squawks, with lots of winter ducks floating on the waters of Lost Lagoon. No birding experience required, just bring your curiosity and take flight!

an American Coot on the edge of the water — Photo: Andre Chan; American Coot

Dec 21, 2025 @ 09:30 amEvents

Birds of a Feather: Winter Waterbirds

The waters of Stanley Park are alive with quacks, chirps, preening, and an occasional ruffled feather. Curious about this cold but bird-filled season? Join us for our monthly birding program, Birds of a Feather! This month, local birder Kris takes us on a relaxed, interpretive outing to explore seasonal and year-round feathered residents — with a focus on the charming winter waterbirds. No birding knowledge or experience necessary, just bring your curiosity and enjoy nature with each other!

a common goldeneye (duck) on the water — Photo: Liron Gertsman; Common Goldeneye

Nov 23, 2025 @ 09:30 amEvents

Birds of a Feather: Winter Wings

Each fall and winter, thousands of birds arrive here from northern or interior summer ranges. Filling our waters, forests, and skies with vibrant feathers and fun calls and quacks, the cold season birds are always a pleasure to witness and get to know. Join local birder Kim for a relaxed interpretive outing, with the pace set by participants and tailored to the group’s speed. No experience required, just bring your curiosity!

a male hooded merganser on the water, with large black and white crest on head — Hooded Merganser; Photo: Don Enright

Oct 26, 2025 @ 09:30 amEvents

Birds of a Feather: Autumn Flutters

Do you feel the cool wind of autumn sweeping the shores, forests and wetlands of Stanley Park? Thousands of birds are migrating here from their summer breeding grounds to take advantage of relatively mild winter conditions and nutrient-rich shorelines. Discover the incredible variety and lives of local birds in our monthly birding program, Birds of a Feather!

small brown bird (American pipit) on the grass among red leaves — American pipit - Photo: Frank Lin

Sep 28, 2025 @ 09:30 amEvents

Birds of a Feather: Fall Migrations

We’re on the other side of Fall Equinox, which means it’s time for our migratory birds to start flying to their winter grounds. Let’s welcome the changing seasons in our monthly birding program, Birds of a Feather. No experience required, just bring your curiosity and take flight!

bald eagle flying over water — Photo: Martin Passchier

Aug 24, 2025 @ 09:30 amEvents

Birds of a Feather: Summer Soaring

If you direct your senses to the skies, waters, and bushes, you’ll encounter birds swooping for flying insects, feasting on ripe berries, and enjoying the late summer abundance. Come along on our monthly birding program, Birds of a Feather — no experience necessary!

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