Category
Conservation
11 articles on conservation.
Why Are Bird Populations Declining? The 3 Billion Birds Story
North America has lost nearly 3 billion birds since 1970. Learn the causes — habitat loss, cats, windows, pesticides — and what the science says we can do about it.
7 Simple Actions That Actually Help Birds
You don't need to be a scientist to help birds. Here are seven evidence-based actions — from keeping cats indoors to drinking bird-friendly coffee — that make a real difference.
Cats and Birds: Why Indoor Cats Save Lives
Free-roaming cats kill billions of birds a year. Learn the science, why 'my cat is different' doesn't hold up, and humane ways to keep cats happy indoors.
Lights Out: How Turning Off Lights Saves Migrating Birds
Artificial light at night disorients migrating birds and causes deadly collisions. Learn how 'Lights Out' programs work and what you can do at home during migration.
Citizen Science for Birders: Turn Your Hobby into Real Data
Birders generate some of the most valuable wildlife data on Earth. Learn how eBird, the Christmas Bird Count, Project FeederWatch, and NestWatch let you contribute.
Ethical Birding with AI: A Checklist for Photo, Sound, and Sharing
A practical code of conduct for birders using AI identification and social apps — protecting birds, respecting other birders, and knowing when not to post.
How Climate Change Is Reshaping Where Birds Live
Birds are shifting ranges, breeding earlier, and facing new mismatches as the climate warms. Learn what the science shows and how birders can track and help.
How to Help an Injured or Orphaned Bird (the Right Way)
Found a bird that's hurt or a baby on the ground? Learn what to do, what not to do, and when a fledgling actually needs no help at all.
Bird-Friendly Coffee: How Your Morning Cup Helps Migratory Birds
Shade-grown, bird-friendly coffee preserves tropical forest where North American migrants spend the winter. Learn what the labels mean and why your coffee choice matters.
Pesticides and Birds: The Hidden Threat in Your Yard
Pesticides harm birds directly and by destroying the insects they eat. Learn how neonicotinoids and rodenticides affect birds, and how to manage your yard without them.
Create a Bird-Friendly Yard: A Step-by-Step Habitat Guide
Transform your yard into a certified wildlife habitat with the four essentials birds need — food, water, cover, and places to raise young. Here's how to do it.