It's easy to save birds in Maine. Add your name to the pledge to live a bird-friendly life and commit to the following actions!
- Protect Birds from Glass Collisions
Up to a billion birds are killed by glass collisions each year. American Bird Conservancy offers an entire product directory to learn about tested, effective solutions to reduce bird-and-glass collisions from your home.
- Be a Responsible Cat Owner
When you keep your cat inside or on a leash, you're helping prevent a top cause of bird deaths. Sign this pledge to learn more about practical solutions to keep your cat safe while protecting birds.
- Avoid Use Of Toxic Pesticides
Neonicotinoids are the most widely used type of insecticide. One seed coated with it is enough to kill a songbird, even less can harm a bird's reproduction. Avoid pesticides in your home and garden.
- Go Native With Your Landscaping
Habitat loss is a widespread threat. ABC works with landowners to institute best practices, emphasizing full life-cycle conservation efforts for migratory birds. Help by landscaping with native plants.
5. Take Action for Birds
ABC's Conservation Advocacy program tackles the toughest threats facing birds and defends critical laws and programs, including the Migratory Bird Treaty Act and Endangered Species Act. Sign this pledge to receive more opportunities to ask your elected officials to support bird conservation efforts.
