MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages bird watchers to enjoy the return of migratory birds to Wisconsin this spring and take a few simple steps to help our feathered friends.Because Wisconsin is next to the Mississippi River flyway and Great Lakes shorelines, more than 350 species of birds have been reported in May. In addition, our diverse grasslands, marshes and forests provide key habitats for migratory birds.
Warblers, orioles, thrushes, hummingbirds, tanagers, indigo buntings and shorebirds are among the favorite long-distance migratory birds people will likely see. Their migration is influenced primarily by changes in the duration of daylight...
Give Birds A Hand This Spring
Native bird populations in the U.S. and Canada have declined by nearly 3 billion birds since 1970. We can help birds during this key time by taking a few small steps at home:
- Plant
native plants, including fruit-bearing native trees like serviceberry,
dogwood and cherry, which provide both food and cover.
- Take care
of bird feeders by cleaning them once every two weeks and attracting
the most species with a high-fat seed like black oil sunflower.
- Shut off exterior lights at night during peak migration.
- Reduce window collisions with external screens, markers or cords. Get DIY solutions from SOS Save Our Songbirds....
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