22 Actions You Can Take for Birds

Celebrating the International Day for Biological Diversity on 5/22/22
Biodiversity Day logo: May 22

The International Day for Biological Diversity is a for the promotion of biodiversity issues. It is also a great opportunity to commit to helping protect the incredible diversity of life on this planet, including BIRDS! This year we are celebrating by highlighting 22 actions you and your family can take to help birds thrive.

  1. Plant native plants for birds
  2. Build a brush pile for birds
  3. Don鈥檛 rake your yard
  4. & write to policy makers
  5. Support Indigenous-led conservation in places like the Boreal Forest of Canada
  6. Write an op-ed or LTE in your local newspaper
  7. Clean bird feeders and baths
  8. Keep your cat(s) indoors
  9. Give your home a 鈥渃limate overhaul鈥
  10. Help make your town more climate-friendly
  11. Turn off bright outside lights during migration seasons
  12. Buy bird-friendly coffee
  13. Purchase beef from 探花精选-certified, bird-friendly farms and ranches
  14. Volunteer with bird conservation programs
  15. Keep your group, vehicle, and pets a respectful distance from coastal bird colonies
  16. Pick up your trash when outdoors
  17. Celebrate #BiodiversityDay and share what you know with others