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Want to help more nesting birds be successful? Join experts from Cornell Lab of Ornithology and Audubon's Plants for Birds on June 8 at 12:00 p.m. ET for a discussion on how to choose native plants that will thrive, and get tips on creating gardens that meet the needs of birds. No matter how large or small your growing space, you’ll be inspired to put on your gardening gloves and get busy creating a bird-friendly environment! Register to attend this free event here: http://bit.ly/GardeningForBirds Black-throated Blue Warbler by Susan Disher / ML180786391 https://buff.ly/34IpObE

If you live in some parts of the east, you might be experiencing a cacophony of cicadas! Brood X is an enormous cohort of periodical cicadas in North America and is emerging now. In our latest blog post we explore their relationship with birds and NestWatchers are asked to be on the lookout for impacts on the 2021 nesting season. Read all about it:

Sometimes nest boxes don't always attract our target species. Darrell Gammon found this Carolina Wren nest built inside of a Wood Duck box! Have you ever found birds nesting in a unusual spot?

Happy Memorial Day to our US followers! A friendly reminder: our offices are closed today and will reopen tomorrow, Tuesday, June 1. : Carolina Wren nest by Evette Braenovich

Got a long weekend at the lake? Don't forget to check your equipment for nests! If you find a nest with eggs or young, reach out to a local wildlife rehabilitator, who will be able to give you the best advice for your situation - in most cases it is against federal law to disturb or move a wild birds' nest. : Eastern Kingbird by Felicity Rask

What should you do if you find a baby bird? It depends! Read this article so you're prepared in case it ever happens to you: