03Mar
2026
Netherlands
Wildlife in de stad
Doopsgezind Amsterdam
On World Wildlife Day, Doopsgezind Amsterdam is organizing an inspiring lecture about birds in Amsterdam.
The lecture will be given by Arjan Dwarshu...
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Amsterdam
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452 Singel
On World Wildlife Day, Doopsgezind Amsterdam is organizing an inspiring lecture about birds in Amsterdam.
The lecture will be given by Arjan Dwarshuis and Gisbert van Baalen from the Vogelspotcast. In this popular podcast, Arjan (world record holder in birdwatching) and Gisbert share stories and anecdotes about birds.
During the lecture, various topics will be discussed. Using examples from the city – from house sparrow to peregrine falcon – they will highlight how birds adapt to urban life, which species are thriving, which are under pressure, and why city birds are so important for Amsterdam’s biodiversity. They will also discuss what we as residents can do to support birds and their habitats, for example through green gardens, biodiversity on balconies, and other places in the city.
In addition, Gisbert will highlight bird stories from the Bible, in which birds often symbolize freedom, protection, and care for creation. He will show how these stories can inspire us to pay attention to the birds around us and how we can help preserve their habitat in the city.
“In Amsterdam, we notice that some bird species are disappearing or that their migration patterns are changing. During the lecture, we will look at what we can do to help birds and their habitats in the city.”
You are warmly welcome. Admission is free!
Program
4:30 PM – Doors open
5:00 PM – Start of lecture
6:00 PM – Drinks reception
The lecture will be given by Arjan Dwarshuis and Gisbert van Baalen from the Vogelspotcast. In this popular podcast, Arjan (world record holder in birdwatching) and Gisbert share stories and anecdotes about birds.
During the lecture, various topics will be discussed. Using examples from the city – from house sparrow to peregrine falcon – they will highlight how birds adapt to urban life, which species are thriving, which are under pressure, and why city birds are so important for Amsterdam’s biodiversity. They will also discuss what we as residents can do to support birds and their habitats, for example through green gardens, biodiversity on balconies, and other places in the city.
In addition, Gisbert will highlight bird stories from the Bible, in which birds often symbolize freedom, protection, and care for creation. He will show how these stories can inspire us to pay attention to the birds around us and how we can help preserve their habitat in the city.
“In Amsterdam, we notice that some bird species are disappearing or that their migration patterns are changing. During the lecture, we will look at what we can do to help birds and their habitats in the city.”
You are warmly welcome. Admission is free!
Program
4:30 PM – Doors open
5:00 PM – Start of lecture
6:00 PM – Drinks reception