Thirteen Tips to Make the Journey Safer for Migrating Birds
Right now, millions of birds are on their way north to their breeding grounds, drawn by the abundant food sources and nesting sites that await them.
Migration Marvels Millennia in the Making
Bird migration is a marvel that has captivated the human imagination for millennia. Some of the earliest cave art tells the story of the comings and goings of birds through the seasons.
Jersey City’s Bird-Friendly Ordinance Will Make Skies Safer Along a Busy Migratory Route
Jersey City, New Jersey has passed its Bird-Safe Ordinance after a unanimous vote by City Council. The bird-friendly building guidelines will make the skies safer for millions of birds that migrate through the region each year.
Do Hummingbirds Migrate?
Throughout the summer months, hummingbirds can be found across almost all of North America. The vast majority of hummingbirds fly to Mexico or Central America for the nonbreeding season.
When Will Migratory Birds Arrive? Find Out Using These Bird Migration Maps
We can now anticipate migration in ways that would have been unimaginable to previous generations. It’s possible to track the movements of individual species, predict when massive numbers of birds will be on the wing, and get updates about observations in your area with no (or minimal) lag time.
A Win for Red Knots as New York Acts to Protect Horseshoe Crabs
With the signing of the Horseshoe Crab Protection Act, New York joins neighboring states, including Connecticut and New Jersey, in taking action to reduce harvest pressure and protect Red Knots and other shorebirds.
Yellow-billed Cuckoo
The Yellow-billed Cuckoo is a slender, big-billed bird that easily slips through trees on long, pointed wings.
