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The situation is dire, as two-thirds of North American species are at increasing risk of extinction from climate change. Impacted species include even beloved songbirds like the American Goldfinch. But together, we've shown that where there's action, there's hope—bringing many species back from the brink using our proven combination of rigorous research, committed advocacy, empowering education, and hands-on conservation. For example, in recent years the Piping Plover has returned to nest in several sites they had previously abandoned, and research shows our coastal stewardship is key to this recovery. | | | | |
Climate change is putting birds at serious risk. | | | | |
These beloved songbirds could disappear from two-thirds of their present breeding range. | | | | | |
Extreme weather like heat waves and storms endanger young birds. | | | | | |
We've already lost 3 billion birds in the span of a human lifetime. | | | | | |
Photo: William Pully/Audubon Photography Awards. Illustrations: American Goldfinch, Piping Plover. | | | | |