Climate

Recent ‘Megafires’ Imperil Even Fire-Loving Forest Birds
September 29, 2020 — Many birds, such as owls and woodpeckers, thrive in forest habitats created after fire. But the hotter, bigger, more destructive megafires out West might be too much even for them.
False Springs: How Earlier Spring With Climate Change Wreaks Havoc on Birds
September 25, 2020 — An early spring may sound lovely after a long winter, but can be disastrous for wildlife.
As Hurricanes Increase in Intensity, How Will Birds Respond?
September 25, 2020 — Hurricanes don't affect all birds in the same way, but a changing climate that makes storms more intense will pose serious threats.
When In Drought…
September 25, 2020 — When it comes to droughts, the costs of climate change are too high for both birds and people.
House Energy Legislation Provides Promising Opportunities for a Cleaner Future for Birds and People
September 24, 2020 — The package, which was voted on during National Clean Energy Week, supports a variety of energy and environmental justice bills
Climate Change Threatens Seabirds on Both Land and Sea
September 24, 2020 — Protecting birds and people from sea-level rise and warming oceans is a critical part of climate action.
As the Planet Warms, Will Birds Escape the Heat?
September 23, 2020 — On land and sea, birds are at risk when the temperature spikes.
As the Climate Changes, How Will Birds Weather Heavier Rains and Snows?
September 22, 2020 — Climate change is a major driver of increasingly severe storms that threaten North American birds.
How Wildfires Boosted by Climate Change Threaten Birds
September 21, 2020 — While wildfires are natural parts of many landscapes in North America, today's megafires pose new challenges to birds and people.
The Southwest Is Facing an ‘Unprecedented’ Migratory Bird Die-Off
September 16, 2020 — Scientists and birders have found large numbers of migratory species disoriented and dead in recent weeks. Here’s what we know so far.