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In this fascinating episode of "A WonderGrove For Birds", Brooke explains how windows can be dangerous for birds, as millions of birds are injured or killed each year by flying into them. Since birds have eyes on the sides of their heads, their vision differs from humans, and they often mistake reflections of the sky or trees in windows for open space. To prevent this, Brooke suggests adding decals, stickers, or patterns to break up reflections, closing curtains or blinds, and placing bird feeders either very close or far from windows. Additionally, hanging moving objects like ribbons can help warn birds. These simple actions can make windows safer for birds.
This environmental science lesson was inspired by Nature’s Best Hope, Young Readers’ Edition (https://www.amazon.com/Natures-Best-Hope-Young-Readers/dp/1643262149) by Douglas W. Tallamy. He is the co-founder of Homegrown National Park® (https://homegrownnationalpark.org/ ).
This series was created by Terry Thoren, the former CEO of Klasky Csupo, Inc., the company that created The Wild Thornberrys. Mr. Thoren has a lifelong passion for birds, inspired by nine glorious years as a child making weekend visits to the beautiful 220-acre Sapsucker Woods Sanctuary at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology in Ithaca, NY.
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