Potential high-density areas for seabirds on Canada’s coasts: overview

We provide maps of potential high-density areas for seabirds to help you:

• understand the risk your activities might pose to seabirds
• identify when and where your activities pose higher risk
• better plan your activities to avoid harming seabirds

Activities in high-density areas have a greater risk of harming birds. Many species tend to concentrate in particular areas, and these areas may change depending on the season.

• Arctic coast: key marine habitats for migratory birds
• East coast: potential high-density areas for seabirds
• Pacific coast: potential high-density areas for seabirds

Remember that birds at sea may be encountered:

• at any time of year
• in almost any location

Related links

• Facts on reducing unintentional catch of seabirds, BirdLife International
• General information on seabirds, Hinterland Who’s Who
• Status of Birds in Canada