Make Your Outdoor Space Wildlife-Friendly

Habitat loss remains the biggest threat to wildlife across the country. In fact, development has significantly reduced habitat for the birds, mammals and other animals that used to call these lands home.

But you can help by sharing your outdoor space with local wildlife. Whether you have an apartment balcony or a 20-acre farm, you can create a garden that attracts beautiful wildlife and helps restore habitat in commercial and residential areas.

Pledge to make your outdoor space wildlife-friendly with these easy steps:

- Provide food for wildlife - Plant native trees and shrubs or set up a feeder.

- Supply water for wildlife - If you don't have a stream or lake closeby, install a bird bath, pond or rain garden.

- Provide shelter for wildlife - Brush piles, tree and even man-made nesting boxes can provide cover and places to raise young.