Alexandre Lajeunesse
Canada
Founder of The Birding Insights
Favorite bird: Long-tailed jaeger

Hey! I'm Alexandre Lajeunesse and welcome to my author page.

I'm a Canadian birder and trained ornithologist, and the founder of The Birding Insights. This is where I dig into the stories behind rare sightings, range expansions, and the everyday lives of the birds around us. My birding started in Quebec and has taken me all the way to the far end of Patagonia, but honestly the birds close to home surprise and delight me just as much as anything I find halfway across the world. They brighten every adventure, and if you're looking for me, I'm probably somewhere scanning for my favorite, the Long-tailed Jaeger.

My articles

American Woodcock Sky Dance Explained: Why This Bird Spirals Into the Sky at Dusk

American Woodcock sky dance explained: learn why this bird spirals at dusk, when and where to see the display, and the habitats where it occurs.

American Woodcock standing in dim evening light on a grassy clearing at dusk

American Robin Nesting Behavior in Spring: A Complete Guide

The American Robin nesting cycle runs 36 to 40 days from first egg to fledgling independence.

American Robin

American Robin Life Cycle and Behavior: ID, Migration, and Nesting Guide

American robin life cycle, migration timing, nesting habits, and diet explained. A complete identification guide for beginners and experienced birders.

American Robin with red-orange breast standing

4 Keys to Quick Bird Identification

Master bird identification with the 4 keys: size and shape, color pattern, behavior, and habitat. A practical Cornell Lab-based guide for all skill levels.

Birder examining silhouette, behavior, and habitat clues to identify a distant bird