Take Action to Prevent Collisions during Global Bird Rescue Week
Global Bird Rescue, a week that shines the spotlight on the catastrophic toll of window collisions, kicks off on September 22. Through September 28, FLAP Canada invites everyone to join American Bird Conservancy (ABC) and countless other bird conservation groups and members of the public around the ...
Attract Birds: A Dozen Native Trees and Shrubs that Birds Love
Manicured suburban lawns just don't cut it for birds. Sure, you may see an American Robin stop by. But to attract birds to your home (and provide needed food and shelter), move beyond lawns to create a buffet of benefits for your avian neighbors. Read on for a list of plants that will have your yard...
Your Backyard Can Be a Buffet for Birds… but You Need To Be a Good Caterer!
Our yards can be vital habitats and following a few simple guidelines can help create a safe haven where birds can flock, feed, nest, and rest — and we can enjoy a closer glimpse into their lives.
When Window Collisions Hit Home
Since 1922, the BBL has amassed nearly 11,000 reports of banded bird collisions, including more than 900 reported in the last five years alone. Given how rarely window collision victims are detected and reported, this is an astonishing number. Many birds reported after building collisions are specie...
It's Time to Treat Cats Like We Treat Dogs
For too long in this country, we have looked the other way and ignored the inconvenient realities of letting our cats roam outdoors. In light of recent science regarding bird declines, however, we can no longer afford inaction. Responsible cat management should be among our top priorities, not onl...
Swallows of the United States: Eight Swallows to Know
You've probably seen swallows darting back and forth on fluttering wings, plucking insects out of the air to eat. Swallows — members of the bird family Hirundinidae, which includes 86 species worldwide — are part of a broader category of birds called aerial insectivores, meaning they catc...
