Spring Bird Migration Affects 250 Million Birds
Approximately 250 million birds are currently migrating across the United States. Most of these birds travel at night on routes spanning from South America to the Arctic. Conservation groups are advising residents to dim or turn off artificial lights to prevent interference with bird navigation.
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WAMU 88.5 DC
“Almost 250 million birds are traveling across the U.S. right now. Most birds migrate at night and some are on journeys that take them from South America all the way to the Arctic.”
WAMU 88.5 DC
“Artificial lights, like from buildings, can interfere with their navigation. It's why conservation groups are asking residents to turn off or dim their lights.”
WAMU 88.5 DC
“Almost 250 million birds are traveling across the U.S. right now. Most birds migrate at night... Artificial lights, like from buildings, can interfere with their navigation.”
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