Bird Conservation

1998 Duck Stamp featuring Barrow’s Goldeneye
The Migratory Bird Hunting and Conservation Stamp [Duck Stamp] is now in its 75th year of existance and still provides one of the best sources of funding for direct conservation. However, many birders are unaware of the importance of these stamps so we offer the following suggestions.
#1 - Rename the [...]

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What rhymes with “Oriole” and protects millions of birds of around 300 species? The Boreal Forest is that great northern forest that provides an unbelievable amount of habitat for an amazing array of colorful birds.
Chestnut-sided Warbler, a Boreal bird

The Boreal Forest has been under attack from various industries that would greatly harm the mostly intact [...]

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When it comes to Migratory Bird Hunting and Conservation Stamp (Duck Stamp) sales certain states stand out. As expected, states with lots of wetlands and hence, lots of duck hunters, lead the way in total duck stamps purchased since 1934. But as we know, the Duck Stamp has morphed into one of the nation’s best [...]

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The American Bird Conservancy is working to restore land around decommissioned mines. Partnered with the U.S. Department of the Interior’s Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement, the goal is to manage habitat for breeding Cerulean Warblers, Wood Thrushes, and other mature forest birds.
Golden-winged Warbler

In addition to mature forest restoration the land [...]

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“Saving Living Space for Living Things” through protection, restoration and stewardship of land, conservation of natural resources, and education. - Citizens for Conservation
This is the mission of Citizens for Conservation (CFC), an organization located in Barrington, Illinois in Lake County. Their goals are to protect, inform and restore native plant and wildlife communities in the [...]

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