Explore recent sightings shared by the Chirp & Maple community — and start building your own Backyard Bird List.
Share a photo from your feeder for a chance to be featured and win a 1-month supply of Chirp & Maple bird food.
Featured Sighting of the Week
Each week we highlight a standout moment shared by the Chirp & Maple community.
Sometimes it’s a familiar visitor captured beautifully.
Sometimes it’s a rare guest stopping by the feeder.
Either way, it’s a reminder that incredible wildlife moments can happen right outside your door.
Recent Backyard Sightings
See what birders are spotting right now — from familiar feeder visitors to unexpected seasonal guests.
Every sighting helps paint a picture of the living backyard.
Build Your Backyard Bird List
Every time you share a sighting, you add a species to your personal Backyard Bird List.
From chickadees and cardinals to rare seasonal visitors, watch your list grow as you discover the birds visiting your feeder.
Share Your Backyard Sighting
Seen something special at your feeder?
Upload a photo, tell us what you spotted, and join the Chirp & Maple community.
Featured submissions may appear on our website or social channels, and each month we select a submission to win a 1-month supply of Chirp & Maple bird food.
From City Balconies to Quiet Rural Gardens
Backyard birding happens everywhere — from urban balconies to quiet country gardens.
Every shared sighting helps celebrate the birds visiting our everyday spaces and the people creating places for them to thrive
FAQ
Do I need a fancy camera to submit?
No. A phone photo is perfect.
Bird of the Week is about real backyard moments—not professional wildlife photography.
If you caught a bird visiting your feeder or yard, we’d love to see it.
Do I need to be a Chirp & Maple customer to enter?
No purchase is necessary.
Bird of the Week is open to anyone who enjoys watching birds in their backyard.
How are winners chosen?
Each week we review the submissions and choose one bird to feature.
We look for photos that capture a great backyard moment — whether it’s a beautiful species, an interesting behaviour, or simply a bird enjoying your feeder.
What can I win?
Each month, one featured submission receives a 1-month supply of Chirp & Maple bird food.
We’ll contact the winner directly by email.
Will you tag me if I’m featured?
Yes — if you include your Instagram handle with your submission.
We love celebrating our community and often share Bird of the Week on Instagram as well.
Do I need to know the bird species?
Not at all.
If you know the bird, feel free to include it. If not, that’s completely fine — we’re happy to help identify it.
Can I submit more than one bird?
Absolutely.
If you see different birds visiting your yard, feel free to submit multiple photos over time.
