I am officially Gill I. Holmes, MSc. 💗✨🎉

Researchers describe cats as “amongst the most problematic invasive species in the world”. Read the study here -

I am excited to officially announce my permanent position as a Wildlife Technician with the Canadian Wildlife Service - Atlantic Region! I'll be living and working in Newfoundland!! It's time for my East Coast bird nerd era!!! 🥳🪿💙

There are fewer than 800 spoon-billed sandpipers worldwide. We've been supporting partners overseas to protect the future of 'spoonies' - by head-starting chicks, studying migration patterns and restoring wetland habitats. #WorldWildlifeConservationDay

IT'S THE MOST WONDERFUL TIME OF THE YEAR

Phalarope legs are rarely seen, as these amazing birds spend most of their time in water. However, even aquatic birds have to nest on land, and this little fellow was spotted sneaking back to his nest, allowing for a peek. #PhalaropePhriday #LegsForDays #Borb

Is there anything more delightful than a chance sighting of River Otters? Habitat loss & environmental pollution affect River Otters throughout their range. Keeping our waters clean & protecting riparian areas are two ways we can support local populations of this beloved animal.

Pledge to stand with us as we call on building owners, managers, and homeowners to turn off excess lighting during migration season to prevent needless bird deaths and ensure that birds have a safe and #BirdFriendly passage: https://t.co/faEe0D3YJH

What if we kissed in the woods at night?

We urge the Ontario Government and Therme Canada to address risk factors for birdwindow collisions and light attraction at the Ontario Place redevelopment, and to avoid creating ecological traps that will cause harm to local and migratory birds. https://t.co/776caDBbCw

Please read this thread! Our volunteer Allison L. shares her experience collision monitoring on the morning of October 5. "I collected the 13 birds in the picture outside one building: the CH Robinson building at 1515 W Webster."

#Didyouknow most birds migrate at night, relying on moonlight and starlight to help them navigate? Dimming the lights allows birds to follow their instincts and migration patterns & helps prevent fatal #birdcollisions with lit structures. 💡 #DimtheLightsforBirds #MigrationMonday

Humans of NYC, there is a very rare bird in Central Park that arrives every October: Halloween Coot. Field marks to differentiate from American Coot - pointy witch hat, the bird is slightly more Goth&also take great care to not give direct eye contact bc they can cast spells! 😉

Canada Warbler, Black-throated Blue Warbler, Blackpoll Warbler, Western Palm Warbler.

Late summer to fall warbler vibes at Pelee Island Bird Observatory on Lake Erie.

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Tomorrow (10/14) is the fall celebration of #WorldMigratoryBirdDay. So grab your binoculars, get outside, and join the international celebration of birds and the water we all depend on! https://t.co/90NAE4PsEy

Happy to share our new monograph on redlining, birds, their habitat, and people in Los Angeles just out in @AmOrnith. Please see the infographic below, put together by @KAPdesign, for details If you're unable to access the paper (see link) please DM me https://t.co/SDIK24d52R

A #numbat enthusiastically lapping up some of the 21600 termites it will eat today with its remarkable tongue #mammalwatching #wildoz

We applaud the @ONgov's decision today to reverse the proposed #Greenbelt boundary changes. The Greenbelt Foundation is dedicated to sustaining this protected region as a permanent safeguard for our future that enhances the quality of life for all residents of #Ontario.

yall lets just all agree that cats need to be inside