We Need to Bring Our Birds Back!

To learn more, visit www.wbu.com/bring-birds-back

Nearly 3 Billion Birds Gone Since 1970

The first-ever comprehensive assessment of net population changes in the U.S. and Canada reveals across-the-board declines that scientists call “staggering.” All told, the North American bird population is down by 2.9 billion breeding adults, with devastating losses among birds in every biome. Forests alone have lost 1 billion birds. Grassland bird populations collectively have declined by 53%, or another 720 million birds.

As backyard birders we understand the joy birds bring to our lives, and the valuable roles they play in our ecosystems. Without birds we would live in a very different world. Insect populations would rise, crops would be decimated, native flora would struggle due to lack of pollination and seed distribution, and of course, our beloved hobby would cease to exist. The unfortunate reality is that our bird populations ARE in danger of collapsing. To learn more about how you can help, stop by our store and talk to us. Further information can also be found at: https://www.3billionbirds.org/

Here are 7 simple actions to help birds:

1. Make windows safer, day and night

2. Keep cats indoors

3. Reduce lawn, plant natives

4. Avoid pesticides

5. Drink coffee that's good for birds

6. Protect our planet from plastic

7. Watch birds and share what you see

For details visit https://www.birds.cornell.edu/home/seven-simple-actions-to-help-birds/

What do you do at home to help the birds?