B.C.'s Best Bird winner is announced for 2025
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A new B.C. bird has been chosen for its sound many would recognize.
Competing against 31 birds, the winner of B.C.'s 2025 Best Bird competition was announced Tuesday.
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The Black-capped Chickadee took the crown winning by a mere 51 per cent, according to Wildlife Rescue Association of B.C.
The Chickadee is best known for its call to alert flock mates of food and predators.
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