How to reduce potential threats at a vulnerable time for chicks and fledglings. Read More “Helping young birds during breeding season”
A Northern Cardinal feeds its chicks. Photo by Agnieszka Bacal/Shutterstock
Helping Birds
Learn ways to prevent birds from hitting windows, get involved in citizen science projects, and more.
Help migratory birds by dimming the lights
In 2022, the impact of light pollution is the focus of World Migratory Bird Day, an annual global campaign that celebrates the migration of birds … Read More “Help migratory birds by dimming the lights”
Why you should join Cornell’s NestWatch project
Witness the wonders of nature and do some good at the same time! Read More “Why you should join Cornell’s NestWatch project”
Raptor rehab centers in the U.S. and Canada
Find an organization near you that rehabilitates birds of prey. Read More “Raptor rehab centers in the U.S. and Canada”
Count birds this weekend during the Great Backyard Bird Count
Just tally birds for 15 minutes on one or more days of the count and enter your totals online. Read More “Count birds this weekend during the Great Backyard Bird Count”
Show your love of birds during the Great Backyard Bird Count
Count birds in your yard — or wherever — for 15 minutes and report your findings. Read More “Show your love of birds during the Great Backyard Bird Count”
It’s time to register for the Christmas Bird Count
The 120th CBC will take place between December 14 and January 5. Read More “It’s time to register for the Christmas Bird Count”
Take part in the 2019 Global Shorebird Count
Shorebirds face various threats, so it’s important for birders to keep tabs on them. Read More “Take part in the 2019 Global Shorebird Count”
Lights Out programs across North America
Rescuing injured birds and encouraging building owners to turn off lights to protect migratory birds. Read More “Lights Out programs across North America”
8 ways birders can help birds on Earth Day
Tips for making life easier for birds — on Earth Day and every day. Read More “8 ways birders can help birds on Earth Day”