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Birds and Environmental Education in Cuba

February 1st – July 15th, 2020
Santiago de Cuba, Cuba

The Empresa Flora y Fauna Santiago de Cuba is an organization that promotes the appreciation and conservation of the wild...

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downy woodpeckers marilu carriage house Photo © Marilu Lopez Fretts

Birds… From My Window

During this time of social distancing and spending more time at home, I’ve been noticing more birds than before. I...

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Photo © Rosaelena Naturaleza

Urban Birdwatch Walks in Caracas!

February 1st, 2020
Caracas, Venezuela

Beginning in October of 2019 a group interested in learning about birds in their city and enjoying outside activities has...

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We Need Your Data! It’s Easy and Fun!

1. Learn to identify your regional birds.

2. Choose your birdwatching area.

3. Watch birds for 10 minutes a day for 3 days.

4. Report your results!

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Arts - Celebrate Urban Birds Photo © Kids at Home In the Wild

Connect to the outdoors through art

Explore the arts as a way to connect even deeper with the outdoors, or as a doorway to the outdoors.

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Mother and daughter planting garden

Discover gardening tips for urban areas

These green mini-oasis contribute to the beauty of neighborhoods, help build community spirit, and provide places for children and adults...

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Photo © Green Jay Mayan Birding

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Line of pigeons in the city of New York with buildings behind Photo © Sam Aronov

Learn about the birds where you live!

Learn about the regional species of birds we focus on in the Celebrate Urban Birds project!

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