Bird-Friendly Communities

How Town of Hempstead Made an Award-Winning Beach for Birds

— For nearly five decades, this Long Island town has made their entire shoreline a haven for birds.

Share the Shore "Take Action Toolkit" for Local Communities

Launch award-worthy programs and projects for birds and people.

Audubon Celebrates "Share The Shore" Award Winners

Vulnerable beach-nesting birds don’t just need our help, they need an award-worthy commitment.

Why Leashing Dogs Is an Easy Way to Protect Birds and Their Chicks

— Dog owners might not realize it, but ample research shows how unleashed canines can disrupt and harm wildlife.

The Issue with Birds and Glass [plus webinar]

What makes birds susceptible to collisions in New York and beyond? Audubon scientists answer.

Beginners Guide to Native Plants for Birds

— Live in New York and want to attract birds, bees, and other pollinators to your home or community? Start here.

WATCH: Native Plants and Pollinators

Pollinators play a huge role in not only the ecosystem but our daily lives. Learn more about their habitat needs of pollinators and the role native plants play in supporting them.

How to: Create Window Decals to Prevent Bird Collisions

A fun and easy way to prevent migratory birds from flying into your windows.

Spring Migration FAQs

— How much do you know about the comings and goings of the birds outside your window?

WATCH: Spring Migration

— Get an inside look at the science behind bird migration with this webinar recording.

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