What's a crow's favorite drink? Caw-fee! ☕️🐦‍⬛ Next Thursday is Crows & Coffee Social Hour. Did you know that how your coffee is grown can have a significant impact on migratory birds? Opt for Bird-Friendly or shade grown coffee options that preserves biodiversity and habitat.

Jeanette Norris said belonging to a birding organization enhances her love of the hobby. She and her husband participate in Bird Connect Seattle and the University of Washington Retirement Association birding group. Read the full story in the Seattle Times: www.seattletimes.com/explore/spec...

Take a class with us! Upcoming classes are below. 11/8: Birds and Block Printing with Hanae Bettencourt 12/3, 12/10, 12/13: Ducks with David Droppers 12/13: Introduction to Field Sketching and Nature Journaling with Carleen Ormbrek Zimmerman Learn more and register: birdsconnectsea.org/calendar/

Don't forget to VOTE kingcounty.gov/en/dept/elec... Curious what Mayoral and King County Executive Candidates had to say about biodiversity and tree canopy? Check out our video of their responses from last month's Climate Forum. youtu.be/82YrlV9gMT0

White-crowned Sparrows are often found in flocks of their own & other species outside of breeding season. Flocks of White-crowned Sparrows fan out into open ground away from sheltering bushes as they feed, flying back to cover if disturbed. They forage on the ground, with sheltered thickets nearby.

Happy Halloween! Here's a fun fact about owls for spooky season. Owls fluoresce pink under UV light. This is due to pigments called porphyrins, and helps researchers age owls. There are more pigments on new feathers, so younger owls glow more uniformly bright pink.

At the Climate Forum two weeks ago, Birds Connect Seattle had a chance to ask Seattle Mayoral and King County Executive Candidates about tree canopy and integrating biodiversity conservation with climate action. Find out what they had to say here: youtu.be/82YrlV9gMT0

We are seeking passionate individuals with interests in birds, conservation, & nonprofit leadership to serve on our Board of Directors. Lead the organization as a member of the Board of Directors, responsible for strategy, oversight, and accountability.   birdsconnectsea.org/wp-content/u...

Still looking for Halloween costume ideas? Take inspiration from our local birds!

Named for the resemblance of their calls to the sound of saw teeth being sharpened, Northern Saw-whet Owls are small, chestnut-brown owls. They hunt almost entirely at night and return to the same daytime roosts for extended periods and can often be found again on the same perch on subsequent days.

The BirdNote 2026 calendars are here and are for sale in store and online. We are giving away one free "I ❤️ BirdNote" bumper sticker per purchase of BirdNote 2026 calendars while supplies last. One free sticker per customer. birdsconnectsea.myshopify.com/products/202...

Halloween is fun for us, but it can be spooky for our feathered friends! 👻 Here are a few simple ways to celebrate safely for birds and wildlife.

American Robins are common in almost all habitats and most elevations throughout WA. They are often found in fields, open woodlands, and forest edges, and take advantage of the edges and clearings provided by human development.   Learn more on our guide to the Birds of Washington State, birdweb.org.

“Fall is the deadliest time for bird window collisions in our area,” says Joshua Morris, conservation director at Birds Connect Seattle. Learn how to make fall safer for birds with your Halloween decorations. Read more in this Seattle Times article: www.seattletimes.com/explore/at-h...

Author Talk with Molly Hashimoto 10/29, 6:30pm secure.birdsconnectsea.org/a/molly-hash... Explore the ephemeral beauty of wildflowers with bestselling artist Molly Hashimoto on October 29 at Birds Connect Seattle. During this event, Hashimoto will discuss her new book, Wildflowers of the West.

Birds Connect Seattle is currently hiring for a part-time (8-12 hours/week) Retail Associate. Must be available Sundays, 10:30am - 6:30pm. birdsconnectsea.org/about/careers/

The “Drawn to Nature” exhibit showcases Carleen Ormbrek Zimmerman’s nature journals, highlighting how field sketching and journaling deepen our connection to the natural world and inviting visitors to explore their own creativity through observation and art. birdsconnectsea.org/2025/09/19/d...

In honor of Indigenous Peoples' Day tomorrow, we are highlighting books by Indigenous authors. Birding While Indian by Thomas C. Gannon Where We Call Home by Josephine Woolington Red Paint by Sasha LaPointe Waa'aka by Carly Lake and Cindi M. Alvitre

Happy World Migratory Bird Day! Today we celebrate the incredible journeys of migratory birds and the importance of bird-safe cities. At Birds Connect Seattle, we’re working to create shared spaces where both people and birds can thrive safely.

This week we participated in the King County Employee Non-profit Expo. It was wonderful to connect with other nonprofits doing vital work in our community, and to talk to folks about birds and local conservation initiatives.  What a view of the great city we all call home!

We are proud to partner with Seattle Parks Foundation, Cascade Bicycle Club, Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust, and Transportation Choices Coalition to present a Climate Forum. We hope to see you there! birdsconnectsea.org/2025/10/07/c...

Come celebrate owl month with us tomorrow for our owl themed Social Hour. Learn about owl adaptations, touch some real owl specimens, and maybe even dissect an owl pellet! Social Hour: Owls 10/9/25 4:30-5:30pm   Birds Connect Seattle 616 Olive Way Seattle, WA 98101 tockify.com/birds.connec...

Ducks and seabirds are returning to Seattle—but many face declining habitats and uncertain futures. We’re working to protect the places they rely on and we need your help to do it. Your donation helps give birds a safe place this fall. secure.birdsconnectsea.org/a/26fallmemb...

After discovering high rates of bird-window collisions at the Seattle Asian Art Museum, Seattle Bird Collision Monitoring Project volunteers alerted museum staff, who installed bird-safe window film. This will prevent hundreds of bird deaths. Read more: birdsconnectsea.org/2025/09/17/s...

A chunky, medium-sized bird introduced into North America from Eurasia, the Chukar is a pale-colored, but boldly patterned bird. In Washington, cheatgrass and wheat seeds make up the majority of the Chukar's diet. Many of its major food sources, like Chukars, have been introduced from Eurasia.

This October, Birds Connect Seattle has something for every curiosity! From author talks and bird skeletons to Seattle’s history and the fascinating world of gulls, our classes bring birds and community together in exciting ways.

Join a free Neighborhood Bird Outing! 10/5: Arboretum 10/8: Union Bay 10/8: Green Lake 10/9: Magnuson Park 10/12: Carkeek Park Scope & Sip 10/18: Marymoor Park for Young Adults <40 10/19: Marymoor Park 10/19: Marymoor Park for Young Adults <40 10/25: Ballard Locks birdsconnectsea.org/calendar/

The fall issue of EarthCare Northwest, our member publication, has arrived. Read stories about preventing bird-window collisions, and highlights from our new downtown space.   Read the issue online: birdsconnectsea.org/wp-content/u... Become a member: birdsconnectsea.org/membership-j...

Short-eared Owls are medium-sized owls with mottled brown and buff plumage. They have short ear-tufts that are often held down. They are especially active at dawn and dusk, and perform dramatic courtship flights during breeding season. Buoyant wing-beats give them a distinctive moth-like appearance.

Birds Connect Seattle members, check your mailboxes for the fall issue of EarthCare Northwest! Read success stories about preventing bird-window collisions, and highlights from our new downtown space exhibits and events. Read the issue online through the link in our bio.

Highly social birds, Bushtits are usually found in flocks of 40 or more. In cold weather, the group may huddle together at communal roosts to stay warm. They glean food from leaves and twigs, often hanging upside-down to get at the undersides of leaves.

Author Talk: Molly Hashimoto October 29, 6:30 p.m. Register: secure.birdsconnectsea.org/a/molly-hash... Bestselling artist Molly Hashimoto explores the ephemeral beauty of wildflowers. Organized by habitat, Wildflowers of the West showcases flora from different ecosystems.

Online Class: Under the skin, bird bones and skeletons with David Lukas 10/15, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Register: secure.birdsconnectsea.org/a/underthesk... Birds are exquisitely designed creatures, but have you thought about how the underlying structure of bones and skeletons help birds move and fly?

Online Class + Field Trip: Gulls with David Droppers October 16, 7-8:30 pm secure.birdsconnectsea.org/a/gullsdavid... David will share the keys to identifying adult gulls and a tool he has developed to make identification a bit more methodical. Learn your gulls - they're laughing at you!

Fall migration season is here! Did you know there are so many migrating birds that we can see them on weather radar? Learn more in this Seattle Times article. www.seattletimes.com/nation-world...

Online Class: Secrets of Seattle's Botanical Past with David B. Williams 10/14, 6:00-7:30 p.m. Register: secure.birdsconnectsea.org/a/seattlesbo... Williams describes the presettlement botanical landscape of Seattle. Based on a chapter from his book, The Seattle Street-Smart Naturalist.

Comments still needed for tree-friendly amendments! There's still time to urge Seattle City Council to ensure we stay green as we grow. See our recommendations featured in the Seattle Times Editorial and email council now! Email the Council: secure.birdsconnectsea.org/a/comment-to...

Canada Geese are extremely territorial during the breeding season; males defend territories from other geese, humans, and nest predators by displays which may include lowering the head to the ground with the bill open, pumping the head up and down, and hissing.

Magnuson Park Pickleball Update Seattle Parks and Rec is considering an alternative location for pickleball courts at Magnuson Park. We wrote a letter of support for our preference for this alternative space in the north side of Magnuson Park. Read the letter: birdsconnectsea.org/wp-content/u...

Find inspiration this fall through art. Shop our new art items today! Shop online at birdsconnectsea.myshopify.com or through the link in our bio.

Stop by today for some social time focusing on art and conservation activism. Zero prior knowledge or experience required to join! Social hour occurs the second Thursday of every month from 4-5:30pm at Birds Connect Seattle, 616 Olive Way, Seattle, WA 98101. No pre-registration required.

Comment by THIS FRIDAY to protect trees in Seattle's Comp Plan. Amendment 93: Our position: Support with revisions. Amendment 102: Our position: Support. Advocate today! secure.birdsconnectsea.org/a/comment-to...

This summer, two remarkable Teens In Public Service (TIPS) volunteers—Zakaria and Nabil—supported children at Birds Connect Seattle’s Nature Camp. Their experiences highlight the impact they had on young learners and their personal and leadership growth. More: birdsconnectsea.org/2025/09/03/t...

The Caspian Tern is one of the most widespread tern species in the world, occurring on every continent except Antarctica. Nesting usually takes place on low sand or gravel islands. In WA, the birds have shifted their preferred habitat from natural sites to coastal, human-altered sites.

Wood you believe it? We’ve got woodpeckers downtown! Did you know that their feet are zygodactyl (2 toes forward, 2 backward), helping grip vertical surfaces. Visit us to see our woodpecker specimens, shop our woodpecker items, and take a moment to browse our woodpecker related books.

Did you know Birds Connect Seattle offers a variety of free drop-in events? Whether you want to learn about local Seattle birds, connect with other birders, or get outside to see birds during fall migration, we've got you covered. Keep reading to learn about our different events.

We attended Refuge Outdoor Festival last weekend, leading an evening Crepuscular Creep, a Saturday morning Bird Stroll, and Sunday morning birding led by volunteers Ian & Gina, and joined the Partner Market. 📷 Sarah Hankins #DiversifyOutdoors #LetsMeetOutside #RepresentationMatters #RefugeFest

We are seeking 60 volunteers to join the fall season of the Seattle Bird Collision Monitoring Project. This helps us understand and prevent bird-window collisions. The data identifies collision risk, and leads to preventing collisions. Learn more and sign up: birdsconnectsea.org/our-work/urb...

Red-tailed Hawks are adapted for soaring and spend long periods riding thermals, looking for prey or migrating. They also use a sit-and-wait style of hunting, scanning for prey from high perches. They are often seen along roadsides or soaring over fields.

Last Thursday we welcomed award winning author David B. Williams for a discussion and book signing event. David spoke about his latest book, "Wild in Seattle" at our new location in downtown Seattle. Upcoming events: birdsconnectsea.org/calendar/