This epic battle featured 6 beaks from around the world; Loggerhead Shrike, Wrybill, African Openbill, Atlantic Puffin, Laysan Albatross and White-tipped Sicklebill...but wait! If you haven't listened to the first two episodes of the " Battle of the Beaks ", you absolutely must listen to those before learning who the winner is in this minisode. Huge thank you to each of our wonderful guests, and big thank you to everyone who voted! Kris Cu grew up in the bustling city of Manila, Philippines and ...
Jun 21, 2023•6 min
On this episode Andrea and Amie MacDonald nerd out about shorebirds! Amie shares the joys of researching Red Knots in James Bay in northern Ontario, and helps us explore the threats these long distance migrants face across their full range. Did someone say...horseshoe crabs?! Bird-friendly coffee is an easy way to help birds every morning! Birds and Beans donates 10% of your purchase to this podcast and bird conservation in Canada when you use this link . Dive deeper with Amie's book recommendat...
May 30, 2023•40 min•Season 3Ep. 7
This is the second episode in the ultimate Battle of the Beaks!! We're featuring six of the worlds most unique and specially adapted bird beaks over two episodes. Only one will be crowned the winner! VOTE HERE for your favorite beak. If you think we missed a reeeally cool beak, let us know! Leave a review, or comment on our socials. Find us on Instagram , Facebook and Twitter. Learn more about bird conservation programs in Africa. BirdLife South Africa and Nature Kenya are great starting points....
May 03, 2023•33 min•Season 3Ep. 6
Six beaks enter the ring, only one will be crowned the ultimate BEST BEAK! In this special two part episode, we explore some of the weirdest, and most fascinating bird beaks, with experts from around the world. Voting will open after the second episode is released, and YOU will decide which beak is the best! Learn more about the good work that Wildlife Preservation Canada is doing for Loggerhead Shrike and many other species. Get involved with Puffin Patrol in Newfoundland through CPAWS, and lea...
Apr 25, 2023•29 min•Season 3Ep. 5
Join us for a morning of spring birding in Calgary! We get some birding pointers from from the team as they seek out Common Goldeneyes, Lesser Scaups, Wood Ducks, and welcome back many of our summer songbird friends, like the classic American Robin. Check out the full list of their sightings on eBird . Inspired to get a new pair of binoculars or scope for your spring birding adventure? Check out the range of great products by Kowa . If it's crystal clear, it's Kowa. Jody Allair is an avid birder...
Apr 11, 2023•21 min•Season 3Ep. 4
Have you noticed little cigars in the sky? Perhaps they torpedo into a chimney in your neighbourhood? ....no, those aren't strange escaped creatures from Alice in Wonderland, they are Chimney Swifts! In this episode we learn more about these captivating birds who many of us can call our neighbours. We explore their steep population decline, and learn how each of us can play a role in the species recovery. Get involved! Join SwiftWatch today! Do you have a chimney that swifts might be using? Chec...
Mar 27, 2023•33 min•Season 3Ep. 3
In this episode, Andrea speaks with Adam Dhalla - a 17-year-old birder, designer of the game Find the Birds , and recipient of the ABA's Young Birder of the Year award. Adam's passion is the intersection of nature and technology. Adam describes becoming interested in birds and bird conservation as an 11-year-old. He quickly realized that birds are in trouble and that there weren't many people his age engaged in birding and bird conservation. As a gamer himself, he decided to create Find the Bird...
Mar 14, 2023•19 min
“One day a black-capped chickadee landed on my hand and a birding monster was born.” Paul has been an active birder for decades and he has dedicated himself to changing how the hobby is perceived, what people picture when they think of birders, and how to connect more people to birds through art and gaming. In 2011, Paul cut his hair into a mohawk and embarked on the Punk Rock Big Year then tattooed the latin name for each of the species he spotted on his body. He caught people’s attention and c...
Feb 21, 2023•57 min•Season 3Ep. 2
Season 3 of the Warblers Podcast launches today with an episode about the Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC). Andrea connects with experts from the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, Audubon Society, and our own Kerrie Wilcox, who all work together to organize the GBBC in Canada and the US. They talk program history, the evolution of birding and technology, and the importance of having engaging entry-level bird monitoring opportunities for people. Spoilers...you don't need a backyard to get involved. Joi...
Jan 24, 2023•35 min•Season 3Ep. 1
Patrick Nadeau returns for a follow-up chat about his time at COP15; the Convention on Biological Diversity. He highlights some of the key outcomes and what they mean for biodiversity in Canada and the world as a whole. Tune in for some feel good vibes and what to watch for in 2023. The Warblers is brought to you by Birds Canada a non-profit, charitable organization. Please make a donation today to support the podcast and bird conservation work in Canada. Patrick Nadeau is a biologist by trainin...
Dec 21, 2022•11 min•Season 2Ep. 16
This isn't your typical holiday tradition, but it might become your favourite! The Christmas Bird Count runs from December 14th to January 5th each year. It is a long-running program that helps researchers get a grasp on how the bird populations are faring across the western hemisphere. Yousif Attia joins the podcast to help us understand the significance of the CBC for both the participants and the birds. Plus he shares tips for how you too, can turn this into a winter tradition. No eggnog requ...
Dec 12, 2022•20 min•Season 2Ep. 15
You are soon to hear a lot of buzz about COP15, as the Convention on Biological Diversity kicks off in Montreal. These big conventions can get a little confusing. What are the outcomes? Does it make a difference for the planet? For the birds? We think this one does! We're very excited that it's happening here in Canada, where we can ALL be a part of it. President & CEO of Birds Canada joins the podcast for a quick chat about what we can expect from COP15 and why it matters. Please consider s...
Dec 02, 2022•10 min•Season 2Ep. 14
What do you do when you get a chance to go birding with one of your favorite authors?? Go birding...but also, record a podcast! Jody Allair catches up with Neil Pasricha near Edmonton, AB, for some fall birding. They chat about birding culture, the value of getting into nature, and geek out about some of their favourite bird sightings. Please consider supporting the podcast you love and bird conservation in Canada with a donation today . The Warblers is brought to you by Birds Canada a non-profi...
Nov 22, 2022•29 min•Season 2Ep. 13
We are beyond thrilled to have received a Nature Inspiration Award from the Canadian Museum of Nature. Andrea and Andres take a moment to react to the positive news. Thank you to everyone who has been listening and supporting the podcast, and of course a big thank you to everyone taking action for birds! Andrea Gress studied Renewable Resource Management at the University of Saskatchewan. She pivoted towards birds, after an internship in South Africa. Upon returning, she worked with Piping Plove...
Nov 15, 2022•5 min•Season 2Ep. 12
The Marbled Murrelet keeps researchers on their toes. Their nests are tucked away in the mossy upper branches of old growth forests...the last place we'd ever expect to find a seabird! David joins us from British Columbia to shed some light on these fascinating birds; where you might spot one, the challenges they face, and how to help. Get some Bird Friendly Certified Coffee to keep you warm and toasty this fall! 10% of your purchase from Birds and Beans goes towards supporting this podcast and ...
Oct 25, 2022•23 min•Season 2Ep. 11
Key Biodiversity Areas or KBAs are sites that are important for the survival of a species or ecosystem. Canada is a global leader in identifying KBAs which will play a critical role in our efforts to halt and reverse biodiversity loss before it’s too late. As part of the KBA Canada Secretariat, together with our partners and volunteers, Birds Canada is identifying the most precious places in Canada. The KBA program has the potential to be a game-changer for safeguarding threatened biodiversity, ...
Sep 27, 2022•25 min•Season 2Ep. 10
Bicknell's Thrush field work sounds like a dream job for those who love extreme, dense forest conditions. Bears, moose, getting thwacked in the face with branches...utter bliss for the diehard biologists! For most people though, those conditions are less than ideal. This makes learning about the Bicknell's Thrush quite challenging. How do we track the population of such an elusive bird species? How do we protect it, when many people don't even know it's there? Amy-Lee shares with us the joy of s...
Aug 22, 2022•25 min•Season 2Ep. 9
Chewie is a Piping Plover that brings much drama with her everywhere she goes, and we love her for it! Find out what she got up to since she was featured in the June minisode "Piping Plovers- A Love Story". If you have not listened to that episode, go back and check it out BEFORE listening to this one! Learn more about band combos, and report a banded Piping Plover here . Reporting bands helps researchers track the population and leads to improved conservation for the species. To learn more abou...
Aug 16, 2022•7 min•Season 2Ep. 7
The sound of Leach's Storm-Petrels returning to their burrows under the cover of darkness is what you might expect to hear in a fairy tale. Like elves giggling in the distance. Laura Tranquilla of Birds Canada, joins us to share what it's like to work with one of Canada's smallest and most mysterious seabirds. Leach's Storm-Petrels breed in colonies along Canada's Atlantic coast, but spends much of the daylight hours far out at sea. Like many shorebird species, their population is in decline , b...
Jul 18, 2022•30 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Falling in love with chonky floofs, and how to help them! From navigating crowds of people to avoiding cow footprints on beaches, Piping Plovers have no shortage of challenges. Andrea chats with plover researchers from Saskatchewan and Nova Scotia about these challenges and more, and how the conservation approaches can be radically different across Canada. Learn more about Piping Plovers near you, and potential volunteer opportunities. Mentioned in the episode are Birds Canada , Nature Saskatche...
Jun 20, 2022•35 min•Season 2Ep. 7
In this minisode Andrea shares a glimpse into the world of Piping Plovers and the struggles they face through a fascinating tale about 'Chewie', a very determined Piping Plover female. The story provides an introduction to these birds and leaves listeners wanting to know more. Fortunately we'll be learning more in our next episode! Stay tuned. What happened to Chewie? Check out of follow-up episode to hear how her summer went. Andrea Gress studied Renewable Resource Management at the University ...
Jun 09, 2022•8 min•Season 2Ep. 7
The Wake-up Call is a special series where we'll be learning about Canada's most threatened, and at-risk bird species. Experts working with each species will help us fall in love with these often elusive birds; we'll learn about the greatest threats, and how we can help. This first episode in the series provides background information to help us understand how species are protected in Canada. Later episodes will feature deep dives into species such as Piping Plover, Bicknell's Thrush, Leach's St...
May 26, 2022•24 min•Season 2Ep. 6
When we visited Long Point Bird Observatory for the previous episode we could not get enough of Stu Mackenzie's bird banding stories, and incredible level of knowledge! So here are some more tidbits from Stu. Don't forget to check out the full length episode to experience the awe of life at a banding station! Remember to report bands ! Stu MacKenzie is responsible for the Motus Wildlife Tracking System, Long Point Bird Observatory, Thunder Cape Bird Observatory, and aspects of the Canadian Migra...
May 18, 2022•5 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Bird observatories are an essential starting place for young biologists, but also for members of the public; to watch, to learn, and to fall in love with birds in a more intimate and up-close setting. Long Point Bird Observatory is where it all begins for many of us. It is the founding program of Birds Canada, ultimately leading to everything we do today. We urge you to visit a bird observatory near you , but for now, please join Andrea and Andres, as they field trip to Long Point Bird Observato...
Apr 29, 2022•36 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Spring is here! And so are the birds! Andrea quizzes Jody Allair on his best spring birding tips. They chat about favorite spring bird songs, how to brush up on ID skills, where to meet local birders ...and so much more! Want access to BirdWatch Canada m agazine? Subscribe here . Out of coffee? Want to slurp on a cup that supports both bird conservation and this podcast?! Grab some certified bird-friendly coffee for The Warblers now => at Birds and Beans. Jody Allair is an avid birder and nat...
Apr 07, 2022•17 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Spring approaches and the birds are rapidly migrating back to their summer homes. They are taking up residence across Canada, preparing to nest in our backyards, local parks, and even in industrial areas. We love seeing and hearing them return for the summer. With three-quarters of Canada’s population residing in urban areas, and many of our favourite bird species sharing those spaces with us…how do we make sure our urban environments are safe places for birds? We chat with Tim Beatley, author o...
Mar 21, 2022•36 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Did you have an obsession with dinosaurs as a kid? Yep, us too! In this minisode, we’re chatting more with Dr. Francois Therrien from the Royal Tyrrell Museum in Drumheller about the bird dinosaur connection, and a favourite classic movie….Jurassic Park. Out of coffee? Want to slurp on a cup that supports both bird conservation and this podcast?! Grab some certified bird-friendly coffee for The Warblers now => at Birds and Beans. By studying the palaeoecology of extinct animals, François Ther...
Mar 10, 2022•6 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Our producer, Jody Allair, never stopped loving dinosaurs. He is always telling us about how birds are actually just dinosaurs. Is he right? In this episode, we hear from Dr. François Therrien at the Royal Tyrrell Museum in Drumheller, Alberta. We learn about the evolution of birds, and their similarities with theropod dinosaurs. This episode goes out to everyone who never stopped loving dinosaurs! By studying the palaeoecology of extinct animals, François Therrien aims to determine how animals ...
Feb 23, 2022•43 min•Season 2Ep. 2
A lot happened for birds in 2021, for example, Andrés found the Razorbills... Now, seriously, In this minisode, we cover some of the good news stories that we didn’t have a chance to touch on in our last episode, such as the strengthening of the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, and significant funding for Indigenous stewardship programs in Canada. Jody Allair is an avid birder and naturalist who enjoys sharing his enthusiasm for the natural world. He is the producer of the Warblers Podcast and the Dir...
Feb 09, 2022•14 min•Season 2Ep. 1
We sat down with our friends, Yousif and Mike, expecting to chat about the past year in birding—but we couldn’t settle on one topic! In this episode, we marvel over rare bird sightings, like the Steller’s Sea Eagle that visited multiple Canadian provinces this year. We dig into what it means to be a “birder”, and how the birding community has changed for the better in recent years. And we chat about how bird populations have fluctuated in our lifetimes, and how the influx of new birders and tech...
Jan 25, 2022•49 min•Season 2Ep. 1
