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To mitigate bird collisions, enforce the Migratory Bird Treaty Act.

Authors :
Farnsworth, Andrew
Horton, Kyle G.
Marra, Peter P.
Source :
Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America. 2/27/2024, Vol. 121 Issue 9, p1-4. 4p.
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

The article discusses the need for stronger enforcement of the Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA) to protect birds from collisions with buildings. It highlights the significant number of bird deaths caused by these collisions and emphasizes the importance of bird-safe glass and building designs, as well as methods to reduce light pollution. The article mentions the Federal Bird Safe Buildings Act, which proposes requirements for bird-safe building materials and design features, but notes that it has yet to pass. The article concludes by suggesting that laws and enforcement are necessary to ensure the adoption of bird-safe solutions and reduce bird mortality. [Extracted from the article]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00278424
Volume :
121
Issue :
9
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
175855600
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1073/pnas.2320411121