birds Archives - Stanley Park Ecology Society (SPES)

Apr 19, 2025 @ 09:30 amEvents

That’s Not a Duck!

Join us to dive into the curious categories of “floaters” that spend much of their time in the water — but are not actually ducks!

common loon floating on the water — Photo: Frank Lin

Apr 16, 2025 @ 06:00 pmEvents

In the Nest: Local Bald Eagles with the Hancock Wildlife Foundation

Find out about the ecology, behaviour, nesting habits, regional history, and more about bald eagles in the Lower Mainland and Stanley Park.

image of adult and juvenile bald eagles in sunny nest — Photo: Martin Passchier

Apr 26, 2025 @ 09:30 amEvents

Birds of a Feather: Forest and Wetland Migrants

Bring your binoculars and join our monthly birding program — this month venturing around Beaver Lake!

a bright yellow and black Townsend's warbler perched on a salmonberry plant — Photo: Don Enright

Mar 30, 2025 @ 09:30 amEvents

Birds of a Feather: Spring Arrivals

Join us to welcome the migratory birds arriving this spring, such as hummingbirds, warblers, and swallows! No birding experience necessary!

side view of male rufous hummingbird approaching white tree blossoms — Photo: Martin Passchier

Mar 22, 2025 @ 10:30 amEvents

[FULL] The Herons are Here: Colony Tour

Join us for a special site visit to the Stanley Park heron rookery and learn all about how these beautiful and large birds navigate the canopy, build their nests, and raise their fledglings!

adult great blue heron sitting in nest with bare tree branches and blue sky behind it — Photo: Greg Hart

Mar 19, 2025 @ 05:30 pmEvents

[CANCELLED] The Wetlands Awaken

We’re here to welcome the spring season with a bright stroll around the habitats of Beaver Lake, as the wetlands awaken and begin to turn green again! Come along and try to catch a glimpse of a beaver performing its spring duties!

Join Us!