When bird species are declining, everyone should be concerned. For the vast majority of people, birds provide an everyday contact with wildlife and the natural world, especially in the urban environment. Protecting birds makes good business sense. Migratory birds face serious challenges and need our help. Many species are in decline because of habitat loss, collisions with artificial structures, and environmental contaminants.
Migratory birds cross the boundaries of nations, watersheds, and ecosystems.
Protecting them must be a cooperative effort that involves multiple jurisdictions and interests. Looking for Bird Identification help, the Breeding Bird Survey , or Bird Population Studies. Check out the information at the Patuxent Wildlife Research Center . That office is part of a separate organization, the US Geological Survey, but located together with US Fish and Wildlife Service offices at the Patuxent Research Refuge and National Wildlife Visitor Center . In addition, you might be interested in the Birding on the Web site.