Nature Notes: Protect Birds from Window Collisions
While a convention center in Chicago and a stadium in Minneapolis made headlines for mass mortality events, big city buildings are not the only culprits. A study by the Smithsonian Migratory Bird Center estimated that 44% of birds killed at buildings occurred at residential structures. This means YOU have an opportunity to help birds. Even if only a few birds hit your windows each year, multiply that by all the residential windows out there and you can see how it adds up. It’s a big problem but with simple solutions.
Reduce light pollution. Turn off non-essential lights at night, especially during migration. Use motion sensors and timers. Point outdoor lights downward and install shielded fixtures. Choose bulbs with lower lumens, i.e. less brightness. Close window shades at night.
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