MADISON, Wis. (WRN) — You can help birds with their spring migration. Sean Maloney tells us more.
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is encouraging residents to get outside and enjoy the return of more than 350 species of migratory birds traveling through the state’s flyways and forests this spring. Conservation biologists say the season is exciting for birdwatchers but dangerous for birds, with populations down nearly 3 billion since 1970.
The DNR urges simple steps at home: turn off exterior lights at night in May, make windows safer with screens or markers, plant native species like serviceberry and dogwood, and avoid pesticides that harm insect‑eating birds.
Birding events and festivals are happening statewide in the coming weeks, with details available on the DNR’s website.
