“Nature is essential to the health, well-being, and prosperity of every family and every community in America.\u201d<\/p>Report by U.S. Depts of Interior, Agriculture, Commerce and White House CEQ to the National Climate Task Force, 2021<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n Past successes show that bird conservation is a smart and cost-effective investment that can benefit everyone: birds, landowners, hunters and anglers, industries, and communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n All Habitats: <\/strong>Investments from hunters and the North American Wetlands Conservation Act enabled waterfowl to rebound. Building on that success in other habitats can help save songbirds, shorebirds, seabirds, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Across the Nation: <\/strong>Restoring lands and waters can create jobs and support healthy communities. Joint Ventures and the Urban Bird Treaty Program improve habitats for birds and benefit people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Internationally: <\/strong>The Neotropical Migratory Bird Act improves habitats and helps birds survive their journeys across the U.S., Latin America, and the Caribbean.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n Bird Protections: <\/strong>Millions of birds are saved from harm through implementation of wildlife laws such as the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, which has prohibited killing or capturing protected species for more than a century.<\/p>\n\n\n\n On Land: <\/strong>Each year, hundreds of millions of birds die in window collisions in the U.S. and Canada. Federal, state, and local efforts can take action to limit collisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n At Sea: <\/strong>Many seabird species are among the world\u2019s most imperiled birds and are at risk as commercial fisheries bycatch on our oceans. International efforts can expand coordination and implement actions to save seabirds.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n Strategic Prioritization: <\/strong>The Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act requires steps to identify priority species, habitat, conservation actions, and population trends. New science and technology can fill data gaps and pinpoint solutions that will make the biggest difference. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Enabling All States: <\/strong>Enable states and Tribes to help recover 12,000 Species of Greatest Conservation Need, including birds, and benefit local communities.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Many actions around your home and community can directly help bird populations. Top among these are planting native species in gardens, improving window safety, and making bird-friendly choices as a consumer. 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Here\u2019s How to Lift Up Birds and Communities in Every State<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Restoring Habitats<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Effective Policies to Reduce Hazards<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Smart Actions to Help Species in Trouble<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What Can Individuals Do to Help Birds?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n