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It’s a Bird, it’s a Plane, Wait…it’s Thousands of Birds 

Written by: Todd Burley Spring is a magical time of transformation and growth. For many species of birds, it is also a time of heroic flights across thousands of miles to reach their summer homes. Seattle not only hosts many of these migratory birds from May to September, but is also along the route for… [ Keep reading ]

Nesting Season is Here!  

Bird nesting season is here! At Seattle Parks and Recreation, we are doing what we can to support our avian neighbors, and you can too! Nesting season lasts primarily between April 1 and July 31 for most birds, while some species such as herons, raptors, and hummingbirds can and do nest earlier and later. Whether in our parks or in your yard,… [ Keep reading ]

Supporting the City’s Osprey Nests

Seattle’s parks abound with wildlife, somehow finding a niche to fill in our urban environment. Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) stewards their habitat, doing what we can to ensure they have the shelter they need to thrive. Some of our efforts are guided by agreements we have signed, such as… [ Keep reading ]