English Bird Club: Thrushes and finches at Har Herzl

A winter morning of quiet paths, soft calls, and surprising color.

Event Details

Date: Friday, January 30, 2026
Time: 8:00 – 10:30
Location: Har Herzl, Jerusalem
Full meeting-point details and guide contact info will be sent after registration.

Winter in Jerusalem is a special time for birdlife, as thrushes and seedeaters arrive to spend the colder months in the city. On this morning walk at Har Herzl, we’ll move quietly through the landscape, listening and watching for hawfinches, chaffinches, European robins, and song thrushes, with the possibility of an unexpected sighting along the way.

We’ll take our time, stopping often to observe birds as they appear, learn how to identify them, and understand what draws these species to Jerusalem in winter. The walk is relaxed and welcoming, designed to help participants feel comfortable slowing down and tuning into the natural rhythms of the season.

Activity Level
Easy: slow-paced walking on outdoor paths, with some uneven ground typical of natural trails.
Suitable for beginners and those new to birding.

Guiding in English.

Cost: 
Free
for members of the English Bird Club
SPNI Members: 60 NIS per person
Non-Members: 70 NIS per person


Contact Info:

📞 Phone: 0523-869488 
📧 Email: reg.jbo@gmail.com

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