Birds
Baby Birds: When to help, and when to watch
By Hadeel Abbas Mythbusting: Human Scent We often hear that a mother bird will abandon its young if a human has touched it, due to
Wildlife
Birds
Birds of Prey: Predators in Peril
Birds of prey are vitally important animals to many Alberta ecosystems. Learn more about birds of prey and how you can help protect them here!
Conservation
Rabbits, Hares, and the Problems with “Releasing” Domestics
Releasing domestic rabbits isn’t a kindness. Learn more about the difference between hares and rabbits, and why one can survive here in Calgary!
Birds
Species Profile: Tundra Swans
By Robyn Maerz Southern Swans It was a late winter’s day in northern California, and the flock of tall white birds were honking sonorously among
Animal Care
Feathers and Flight: An Interview with AIWC Veterinarian Dr. Jess
Learn how we care for feathers at AIWC!
Conservation
Watching Out for Winter Wildlife
Tips for how you can enjoy the winter wonderlands outside, while making sure wildlife stays safe and healthy
Birds
No Migration? No Problem!
By Holly Hastings Have you ever watched a bird flutter through Canada’s winter and wonder, did it forget to migrate? Don’t fret, you are not
Birds
How to Prevent Winter Window Strikes
By Alisha Kadam You may have observed a boisterous family of black-capped chickadees flitting from branch to branch, or heard the rhythmic pecking of a
How You Can Help
Bird Feeder Blues: Cleaning is critical for keeping birds healthy
Many bird lovers find feeding their backyard feathered friends a source of great joy. But danger lurks for birds where least expected – in a dirty bird feeder!
Wildlife
Who’s In Your Backyard?
By Maureen Perry The snow is falling. I’ve always wondered how we know it is snowing out at 3:00 am in a dark bedroom with
