Shorebirds like the Wilson's Plover use beaches to nest and raise their chicks.
Dear KAREN,
If you think finding the perfect spot at the beach is tough, imagine being a bird that is just three inches tall looking for a safe, undisturbed patch of sand to hatch your eggs while thousands of loud humans are running around playing Frisbee or volleyball.
For coastal birds, our beaches aren't a vacation spot; they’re home. Seabirds and shorebirds rely on our coasts for their migratory pit stops and nesting grounds. But with beach season in full swing, even the smallest disturbances can flush protective parents away from their nests, leaving vulnerable eggs and chicks exposed to the scorching sun and predators.
Together, we can make the coast safer. By committing to simple, bird-friendly beach habits—like giving nesting areas a wide berth and keeping dogs leashed—we can co-exist with the birds we love. And by spreading the word, we can encourage our friends and families to do the same.
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