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Christmas Bird Count, Alberta

North America's longest-running citizen science endeavour is the Christmas Bird Count, which was first conducted in 1900. In the Western Hemisphere, counts take place in more than 2000 locations. The Christmas Bird Count (CBC), the longest-running community scientific survey, took place from December 14, 2021, to January 5, 2022, and birdwatchers were welcomed from all over the planet. The Alberta Society sponsors it for injured birds of prey. The upcoming Christmas bird count will be announced on the site immediately after the date is decided.

In Strathcona County, birders and environment lovers will participate in the 34th anniversary of this custom, with many of them rising early to take part in nature walks during the day or bird-watching from their feeders.


According to Audubon, The 54 Christmas Bird Counts in Alberta provided data for the 121st (2020–2021) season, despite the difficulties of planning, conducting, and assembling counts during a pandemic. The most popular count day (17) was December 20, followed by December 19 (12) and December 27 (5). On count day, Calgary had the highest number of species, up from 64 the year before, and took first place.

This exciting national community science project is open to birders of all ages, and your participation will help ornithologists get a vital assessment of our native bird populations over the winter. A 15-mile-diameter count circle is used for each individual census. To oversee the procedure, each circle is counted by at least ten volunteers, including a compiler. The volunteers are divided into smaller groups and travel predetermined routes, which don't vary much from year to year, counting every bird they come across. In the majority of count circles, some people choose to follow feeders rather than routes.


Christmas Bird Count, Edmonton, Alberta

The data from this well-established citizen science initiative is added to a sizable database administered and researched by Bird Studies Canada and the National Audubon Society. Around the world, there are thousands of Christmas Counts. The global record for most participants is held by Edmonton, Alberta, which has been taking part continuously since 1955.

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FAQ about Christmas Bird Count, Alberta

When does Christmas Bird Count take place in Alberta?

It usually takes place between  December 14 and January 5. A 24-km-diameter circle constant from year to year is used for counts.

Where does the Christmas Bird Count take place in Alberta?

The festival is mostly held in Edmonton, Alberta.

Is Christmas Bird Count held in Calgary?

Since 1952, a 12.1 km-radius circle centered on Calgary's Louise Bridge (10th St NW) has been the subject of Christmas bird counts (CBC) throughout the surrounding area of Calgary.
Northern Pintail

Northern Pintail

Mottled Duck

Mottled Duck

American Black Duck

American Black Duck

Mallard

Mallard

American Wigeon

American Wigeon

Eurasian Wigeon

Eurasian Wigeon

Falcated Duck

Falcated Duck

Gadwall

Gadwall

Common Shelduck

Common Shelduck

Ruddy Shelduck

Ruddy Shelduck

Barnacle Goose

Barnacle Goose

Tundra Bean-Goose

Tundra Bean-Goose

Graylag Goose

Graylag Goose

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

Northern Shoveler

Northern Shoveler

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