Annual cycle
With its diverse habitats, our site is a vital refuge for birds on the Island of Montreal.
Whether serving as a stopover for migrating species refueling after long journeys, a secure breeding site, or a reliable food source and shelter during harsh winter days, our site has hosted over 200 bird species since 2005.
We take this opportunity to study them year-round, gaining valuable insights into their behaviors and conservation needs.
Banding total: 96 000
Current Monitoring Projects
Our primary research focuses on standardized Spring and Fall Migration Monitoring Programs, as well as the Monitoring Avian Productivity and Survivorship (MAPS) program during summer. Additionally, we run a Northern Saw-whet Owl Monitoring Program in the fall, track reproductive success in our nest boxes, and monitor feeder activity throughout the winter.
Past and recent Partnership
The expertise of our team has led us to participate in various projects and partnerships over the past few years, complementing our monitoring program.
- MAPS Montée Biggar
- Le Nichoir
- House Finch Color banding
- American Kestrel nestling
- Ticks
- Flat flies
- Molt Migrants
- Snow Buntings
- Feather sampling
- Eastern Bluebird nestlings
- Hybrid AMRE and MAWA
- La nuit des chercheuses et chercheurs
- Peregrine Falcons at Université de Montréal