Glass
Glass reflects the surrounding environment of open sky to a bird and without our help poses one of the most deadly threats to resident and migratory birds. There are several factors that impact bird mortality in relation to glass, as well as solutions to reduce the threat. Read more…
Lighting
Artificial night time lighting on building facades, in landscapes, and lights left on in offices and rooms can interfere with night migrating birds, disorient them, and draw them off course. There are many solutions to reduce bird moralities related to building lighting. Read more…
An Integrated Approach
To be truly sustainable, taking steps to reduce both the threats of glass and lighting is necessary. Read more…
Additional Resources
Artificial Lighting at Night in Estuaries—Implications from Individuals to Ecosystems
Frequently Asked Questions
Other Challenges Facing Birds
As our world rapidly changes, sometimes unintended consequences affect birds and wildlife in ways we did not originally intend. Keeping current helps us to work together toward something truly sustainable. Read more…
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