Prospect Park, Brooklyn Botanic Garden, and the adjacent Brooklyn Museum grounds combine to create a contiguous, accessible bird refuge of over 640 acres in Central Brooklyn. This varied habitat of woodlands, gardens, meadows, lakes, and streams is a magnet for migrating birds of all kinds, spring and fall, and also provides habitat for unusual nesting species such as Green Heron, Wood Duck, Cooper’s Hawk, and Acadian Flycatcher. Prospect Lake attracts wintering waterfowl, while roosting owls and northern finches are often spotted in the winter. eBirders have recorded 289 species in Prospect Park, which has been designated an Important Bird Area (IBA) by National Audubon.
We are deeply saddened to share the news of the passing of our board member Elizabeth Norman on March 9, 2026. Since joining the NYC Bird Alliance board of directors in 2020, Elizabeth helped guide the organization through an important period of change and growth.
Starting from just below Manhattan’s northern-most wildlife habitat, Inwood Hill Park, a series of preserved green spaces along the island’s western Hudson River shore provide refuge for birds in wooded areas and gardens, along with views of waterbirds and raptors on the Hudson. From north to south, these hotspots include Fort Tryon Park and the Cloisters, the Riverside Park Bird Sanctuary, Hudson River Park, and at Manhattan’s southern tip, The Battery. Locals who diligently “bird their patches” find all sorts of rarities in these waterside parks—from Bald Eagles to Barred Owls to Evening Grosbeaks—and after a migration “fall out,” birds can appear in astounding number and variety.
Contact information for NYC Bird Alliance (formerly NYC Audubon), and resources for frequently asked questions.
Explore the role of green roofs in mitigating climate change, reducing stormwater runoff, and providing habitat for migratory birds. NYC Bird Alliance (formerly NYC Audubon) advocates for the creation of green infrastructure to transform our skyline and protect both humans and wildlife.
Learn about an important new wind energy project planned right off of New York City's shoreline—and the efforts being taken to minimize risks to birds and other wildlife.
NYC Bird Alliance’s annual Harbor Herons Nesting Survey has monitored and protected these birds since 1982. To get a behind-the-scenes look at this year’s data collection, NYC Bird Alliance sat down with Tod Winston, our Urban Biodiversity Specialist and creator of the 2023 State of the Harbor Herons, and Dr. Shannon Curley, PhD, our Harbor Herons Nesting Survey Coordinator.
NYC Bird Alliance (formerly NYC Audubon) produces a print newsletter, currently called The Urban Audubon, three times a year. It is mailed to members and also available on the organization's website.
Discover how NYC Bird Alliance (formerly NYC Audubon) collaborates with researchers to study green roofs, enhance biodiversity, and create resilient habitats. Learn about our advocacy efforts for green infrastructure and its benefits for both birds and New Yorkers.
Explore the 578 miles of waterfront, salt marshes, and diverse bird species in NYC’s estuary. Learn about NYC Bird Alliance's (formerly NYC Audubon) conservation efforts to protect these vital coastal ecosystems.
A grassroots community that works for the protection of wild birds and habitat in the five boroughs, improving the quality of life for all New Yorkers.
As part of Broadway Mall Association's Great Green Way Project, NYC Bird Alliance scientists assessed bird activity in these small – but impactful – green spaces.
See key findings from the Fall 2021 Project Safe Flight monitoring season, which saw a record 1,120 birds reported by volunteers.
Learn about this past spring's successful effort to reduce songbird deaths at the World Trade Center's Liberty Park.
NYC Bird Alliance's (formerly NYC Audubon) work with building partners makes New York City safer for birds. Check out our list of bird-friendly buildings below to see examples of buildings taking action to reduce its impacts on collisions.
As the last of New York's migrants fly south, we offer three new titles to help pass the time until colorful warblers and vibrant vireos return to our parks and gardens.
Brooklyn Arcadia: Art, History, and Nature at Majestic Green-Wood by Andrew Garn is not just a bird book, but a celebration of a National Historic Landmark.
An in-depth birding guide to Pelham Bay Park in the Bronx, home to over 250 birds including 80 breeding species.
Learn about the work of NYC Bird Alliance (formerly NYC Audubon) including recent news stories featuring our organization and its efforts, and contact information for press inquiries.
Stay up-to-date on NYC Bird Alliance (formerly NYC Audubon) events, birding news, and conservation issues in New York City by subscribing to email news updates.
Learn what you need to get started birding, when are the best times to bird in New York City, and other birding tips.
An in-depth birding guide to Van Cortlandt Park, covering Northeast Forest, Croton Woods, Northwest Forest, Tibbetts Brook, Parade Ground, and more.
The professional staff of NYC Bird Alliance (formerly NYC Audubon) works to protect New York City wild birds through conservation, engagement, advocacy, development, communications, and administrative leadership.
Learn how to make your building windows and glass bird-friendly and visible to birds. Prevent collisions using easy, proven solutions
NYC Bird Alliance accessible birding tours leader Alexandra Wang shares how she is making her outings welcoming to New Yorkers of all abilities and shares touching stories from participants about their experiences. Through innovative approaches like bird plushies and tailored tour experiences, Alexandra is opening up the magic of birding to ALL New Yorkers.
Nestled in Queens, Baisley Pond Park is a charming neighborhood oasis known for its diverse wintering waterfowl. This 30-acre man-made pond, created in the 1700s, attracts a variety of bird species throughout the year, from wintering ducks like Redhead and Ring-necked Duck to summer visitors like Red-winged Blackbird.
Whether you're a newbie or veteran birder, Heather Wolf's Find More Birds: 111 Surprising Ways to Spot Birds Wherever You Are offers a whole world of clues, tips, and tricks.
Situated right along the East River in Northern Queens, Astoria Park offers a unique urban birding experience. This picturesque green space is a haven for bird enthusiasts, featuring nesting raptors like Red-tailed Hawks and Peregrine Falcons, wintering waterbirds on the river, and a variety of migrating songbirds. With over 160 species documented, including rare sightings of Common Goldeneye, Caspian Tern, and Philadelphia Vireo, Astoria Park is a must-visit for birders of all levels.
During Climate Week NYC, join NYC Bird Alliance at the Nest Conference to tour the 6.75-acre Javits green roof.
Cast your ballot! Active NYC Bird Alliance members are invited to participate in the organization’s annual election. Members will vote to elect, or re-elect, six individuals to Officers and Directors, and one candidate for a new Director.
Explore the iconic Snowy Owls that occasionally visit New York City and its airports during irruption years. Learn about conservation efforts, humane intervention, and respecting these visitors to our area.
The board of directors and advisory council of NYC Bird Alliance (formerly NYC Audubon) are made up of diverse and dynamic individuals who volunteer their time, offering guidance and expertise in a wide range of issues that steer the organization's work and amplify our mission to protect wild birds.
Stretching four miles along Manhattan's western edge, Riverside Park offers urban birders a green corridor teeming with bird life. From the designated Bird Sanctuary between 116th and 124th Streets to the newly developed Riverside Park South, this narrow yet vibrant park hosts an impressive variety of species throughout the year.
Three past and present KIDS Members share some of what they’ve learned along their birding journeys . . . so far.
An in-depth birding guide to the Northern Hudson River Parks of the Bronx, covering Spuyten Duyvil Shorefront Park, Wave Hill, and more Bronx birding hotspots.
In-depth birding guides profiling Crotona Park, Pugsley Creek Park, and Sound View Park in the Bronx, each featuring birding highlights by season and directions.
At the Northern tip of Manhattan stands one of the richest and wildest woodlands in New York City, on the steep slopes of Inwood Hill. The park’s towering oak and Tulip Poplar forest attracts songbirds galore during migration, and is home to nesting Wood Thrush and Hairy Woodpecker. The forest overlooks Muscota Marsh, one of the few remaining salt marshes in Manhattan, which attracts waterfowl and shorebirds, while the park’s orchard-like meadows bring nesting Orchard and Baltimore Orioles and Warbling Vireos. The park affords striking views of the Hudson River; Bald Eagles are a frequent sighting on the river from nearby Dyckman Street pier, particularly in winter time.
NYC Bird Alliance has monitored H5N1 avian influenza since 2022, when it began affecting U.S. wild birds. While human risk remains low, this virus poses a threat to many birds, especially waterbirds, with recent documented cases in NYC. Learn about our updated safety protocols to protect both people and wild birds during spring field work and public programs.
NYC Bird Alliance (formerly NYC Audubon) followed a robust and inclusive process to choose a new name, receiving more than 250 suggestions for a new name and then collecting input from nearly 1,000 people on the top five choices.
Learn how dBird.org, now 10 years strong, has grown into a national community-science platform that helps protect birds through widespread collision reporting.
In the bustling Jefferson Market Garden, a small green space in Manhattan's Greenwich Village, NYC Bird Alliance will now offer a behind-the-scenes look at our science work in action. With field staff conducting biodiversity surveys and now offering community engagement drop-in sessions, this new partnership fosters a new kind of community science.
NYC Audubon cannot treat animals, but a number of licensed rehabilitators can care for wildlife in the New York City area. All the rehabilitators listed below will accept birds; many will also care for other wildlife.
Get to know Jessica Wilson, NYC Bird Alliance's new executive director. NYC Bird Alliance birding guide and past Director of Development Kellye Rosenheim sat down with Jessica to discuss her first days on the job and what she sees in the organization's future.
NYC Bird Alliance (formerly NYC Audubon) has worked consistently to center EDIA in our conservation, engagement, and advocacy work; in our communications and outreach; in our board governance; and in our internal operations.
New York City Audubon seeks three part-time Seasonal Collision Monitors to assist with monitoring buildings for bird collisions with windows. These positions will run from mid-March to early June, and again from mid-August through mid-November, 2024. Up to one quarter of a million birds die due to window collisions in New York City each year. The Seasonal Collision Monitor position is an exciting opportunity to reduce bird collisions and to get involved in urban biodiversity research.
Discover the incredible birds that nest on New York City beaches each year. Learn about Common Terns, Black Skimmers, American Oystercatchers, and Piping Plovers. NYC Bird Alliance (formerly NYC Audubon) advocates for the protection and breeding habitat of beach-nesting birds..
NYC Bird Alliance (formerly NYC Audubon) relies on help from thousands of volunteers per year to protect the City's wild birds and their habitats, from collision monitors and injured bird transport and response teams, to photographers, bird guides, bird banders, and avian advocates.
Since 2002, NYC Bird Alliance has partnered with the September 11 Memorial & Museum to ensure that the annual Tribute in Light can honor lives while also keeping birds safe. As with every year, in 2024 NYC Bird Alliance scientists monitored the Tribute from sunset to sunrise, shutting off the lights three times to ensure safe passage for migrating birds.
When Emilio Tobón, NYC Bird Alliance’s Conservation Field Biologist, began monitoring American Oystercatchers on the Rockaways in 2011, the colony was in good health. The next 10 years, however, brought concerning developments as nests began to fail. Now with a camera trap network of 25 cameras monitoring over 40 nests between Breezy Point, Fort Tilden Beach, and Jacob Riis Park, NYC Bird Alliance has determined that predation is a critical threat.
Learn how artificial light pollution reduction in cities helps reduce bird-window collisions. Discover NYC Bird Alliance’s (formerly NYC Audubon) conservation efforts.
Project Safe Flight is a decades-long research program of NYC Bird Alliance to make New York City bird-friendly, studying ways to prevent bird collisions with buildings due to reflective glass and artificial light pollution each spring and fall.
New York City Audubon seeks two Bird Survey Technicians to assist with a monitoring study of multiple green roofs and green terraces in Manhattan. These seasonal, part-time staff positions will run from mid-March -mid-November, 2024, and are an exciting opportunity to get involved in urban biodiversity research with one of the city’s leading conservation organizations.
From a birder's-eye view, McGolrick Park in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, doesn’t look like much. And yet, every Saturday at 9am, an average of 85 people go birdwatching. Year-round. We might call this oddly plumaged collective "the Unlikely."
NYC Audubon recommends that birders always keep our birds’ well-being as their first priority, and be respectful of fellow birders.
Get to know the volunteers of Project Safe Flight, who devote themselves to rescuing injured birds in the City, and in doing so, collect research data crucial to NYC Bird Alliance's advocacy efforts.
NYC Bird Alliance is introducing New York City to birds through expanding its programming in all five boroughs, hiring new guides, forming new community partnerships, and making its programs more accessible to a wider audience. Find out how Public Programs Manager Roslyn Rivas is making all that happen!
New York City Audubon seeks two Seasonal Field Technicians to monitor and protect an active Herring Gull colony on the Javits Convention Center’s 7-acre green roof. These positions, which run from mid-March to late July, are exciting opportunities to get involved in urban biodiversity and green roof research with one of the city’s leading wildlife conservation organizations, and on one of the country’s pioneering and largest green roof systems.
Staten Island's beautiful Mount Loretto Unique Area was chosen as the launching site for the New York State Birding Trail, a network of popular and accessible birding sites across the state organized by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation.
The board of directors of NYC Bird Alliance, a leading urban conservation organization, announced today that it will change its name as part of its continuing commitment to being an inclusive organization that is welcoming to all New Yorkers.
Discover the diverse bird species of Cunningham Park in Queens, NYC. Explore over 150 documented species, including 31 warbler species, in one of the city’s largest and wildest green spaces. Perfect for birding during spring and fall migrations.
A breakdown of initial findings from the Fall 2020 Project Safe Flight monitoring season.
Flaco, the famous Eurasian Eagle-Owl that escaped the Central Park Zoo, captured the country’s imagination and inspired many to join the birding community. His legacy will now be celebrated in “The Year of Flaco,” an exhibition at The New York Historical, opening February 7.
This holiday season, we’re staying local. From New York Botanical Garden’s preserved florals to Prospect Park Alliance tees and Classic Harbor Line’s scenic Hudson River cruises, find the perfect gift for your bird-enthusiast friends and family while showing love for our community.
NYC Bird Alliance (formerly NYC Audubon) is a nonprofit organization that works for the protection of wild birds and habitat in the five boroughs, improving the quality of life for all New Yorkers.
Get the latest updates on Project Safe Flight, NYC Bird Alliance's signature campaign to protect migrating birds in New York City. Learn how we use our research to reduce window collisions.
See highlights of the 123rd Annual Audubon Christmas Bird Count: Over 200 community scientists joined NYC Bird Alliance on December 18, fanning out across Manhattan and Northern New Jersey for bird surveys at 35 different locations.
Migration is a particularly dangerous journey, and it’s estimated that collisions with windows kill up to one billion birds across North America annually. NYC Bird Alliance scientists and partners have focused on this problem for decades. Now, new research on weather’s impact can make solutions more effective.
Learn how to become more connected to the sounds of birds in New York City and explore the ways in which birdsong is impacted by human noise.
See key findings from the Fall 2022 Project Safe Flight monitoring season, which saw record volunteer participation in all five boroughs of New York City.
We created a wide variety of virtual programming to connect you with New York City's birds and their conservation, including videos and online festivals.
Learn about the history of the long-legged wading birds that nest on the uninhabited islands of New York City and highlights from our 2021 nesting survey.
Exploring the Birdability campaign, a nationwide effort to make birding more accessible.
At the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, our conservation team has been thrilled to document a staggering 51 bird species thriving on its network of green roofs! Learn about the two latest species found at the Javits Center, and why we are seeing an ever-increasing number of birds on its rooftop.
An online crowd-sourcing data collection tool, dBird provides a way for the public to enter records of dead and injured birds, contributing to our collisions research and studies around the country.
Learn how to help shorebirds like Piping Plovers, Common Terns, and American Oystercatchers successfully nest and raise their young on our beaches.
Learn about the important recent progress made to reduce artificial nighttime lighting in New York City—and how NYC Bird Alliance is working to further mitigate this hazard for migratory birds.
NYC Bird Alliance will soon choose a new name that is inclusive and represents our focus on bird conservation. We want your feedback on our top five choices!
A research study published in PLOS ONE today has uncovered alarming new evidence that building collisions are killing significantly more birds than previously estimated—well over one billion annually in the United States alone.
In twelve deftly written, thoughtful essays, Lili Taylor—actress, activist, and long-time board member for NYC Bird Alliance—reflects on her birding journey in her new book, Turning to Birds. With sly wit, she deftly weaves ornithology, psychology, acting techniques, etymology, philosophy, and much more.
Jessica Wilson joins NYC Audubon as its new executive director to lead the grassroots organization as it looks to expand amid a dramatic increase in interest in urban birding, green space and conservation.
For birders 21 and older: Take a tour of birding hotspots across New York City's five boroughs, sampling lagers, IPAs, blond ales, porters, and stouts along the way!
A grassroots community that works for the protection of wild birds and habitat in the five boroughs, improving the quality of life for all New Yorkers.
Discover the spectacular birding of New York City with park profiles, what you need to get started birding, when are the best times to bird, and more tips.
There are many keys to identifying a bird: shape, size, color, and song are among the most useful. And then, there are leg bands. These human-affixed markers aren’t meant to identify the species of bird, however, but to track the bird along its travels and through its lifespan, helping scientists better understand migration patterns and population dynamics.
NYC Bird Alliance (formerly NYC Audubon) works with a friendly and knowledgeable group of naturalists and educators to help New Yorkers discover the city's wildlife and natural areas. Learn about the people who lead our outings and classes.
Explore the importance of native plants in supporting bird populations. Learn how NYC Bird Alliance (formerly NYC Audubon) promotes biodiversity through plant choices and encourages sustainable landscaping practices.
NYC Bird Alliance Board President Karen Benfield explains why the organization's board of directors voted in March 2023 to change the organization's name. The article concludes with over a dozen members of the community sharing their feedback about the organization's decision, both in favor and against it.
NYC Bird Alliance Birding Guide and Communications Content Manager Tod Winston is also a former program manager of National Audubon’s Plants for Birds program. Longtime volunteer and past NYC Bird Alliance Board Member Ned Boyajian asked Tod a few questions about our area’s native plants and their benefits for insects and birds.
In March 2024, Riverside Park Conservancy completed a bird-friendly retrofit of their Peter Jay Sharp Volunteer House, in partnership with a NYC Bird Alliance consultation. Collisions kill an estimated one billion birds per year in the United States. Bird-friendly windows can help.
As bright warblers and warm weather come to New York City, these three books are perfect for a shady read on a park bench. Read reviews from NYC Bird Alliance's publications committee and get your copies today.
Diving deep into the center of Queens from north to south, and bordered on each side by a major highway, Flushing Meadows Corona Park is a gritty urban park that includes some surprisingly tranquil and productive bird habitat. The northern section of the park includes a marina on Flushing Bay that is a good waterfowl spot, while mixed meadows and trees on the old World’s Fair grounds and at the Queens Zoo offer good stopover habitat for land birds. The southern section of the park includes Meadow and Willow Lakes, which in recent years have hosted a regular Bald Eagle, as well as wintering waterfowl including Common Mergansers. eBirders have recorded 188 species in Flushing Meadows Corona Park.
Are you searching for the best hiking trails near you in New York City? Whether you're a seasoned hiker or just looking for a pleasant walk, combining hiking with birding can make your outdoor adventures even more enjoyable. Explore the top hiking spots in NYC and learn how to spot fascinating bird species along the way.
The holiday season is here and the NYC Bird Alliance staff has put together our best and birdiest list of gift recommendations! Whether you’re shopping for tchotchke-lovers, craft-doers, fashion divas, or bookworms, we have 15 amazing recommendations that are sure to win over the cheery cardinals, weird ducks, and even the grumpy grackles of your life. Happy holidays and happy birding!
Looking for fun things to do outdoors in New York City? Whether you’re a seasoned hiker, a casual camper, or just love spending time in nature, birding can enhance your outdoor adventures. Explore the vibrant birdlife in NYC’s parks and green spaces while enjoying your favorite outdoor activities.
Discover how NYC Bird Alliance (formerly NYC Audubon) protects forests and upland parks, supporting native species and promoting a greener environment. Learn more about our conservation efforts.
Discover how NYC Bird Alliance (formerly NYC Audubon) is protecting the scattered wilderness of the Harbor Heron Islands, where 10 species of long-legged wading birds find refuge amidst the city’s hustle. Learn about their fascinating histories and NYC Bird Alliance’s conservation efforts.
Take a deep dive with the Harbor Herons! From Black-crowned Night-Herons to Great Egrets, learn about these long-legged wading birds nesting on uninhabited islands in the New York/New Jersey harbor. NYC Bird Alliance’s (formerly NYC Audubon) conservation efforts protect their habitats and nesting sites.
Looking for an unforgettable camping experience near New York City? Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway or a quick camping trip, birding can add a whole new dimension to your adventure. Discover the best campgrounds accessible by public transportation and the incredible bird species you can spot in these natural havens.
Explore the incredible journey of Red Knots and other shorebirds! These avian champions fly thousands of miles between wintering grounds in Tierra del Fuego and nesting territories above the Arctic Circle. NYC Bird Alliance (formerly NYC Audubon) actively safeguards their habitats, advocating for safe stopover sites and minimizing threats during migration.
A lifelong New Yorker and birder, Jessica Wilson comes to NYC Bird Alliance with deep experience in fundraising and community engagement. Jessica begins her tenure on January 27, 2022.
Explore the grasslands and capped landfills of New York City, where native plants thrive and bird species find refuge. Learn how NYC Bird Alliance (formerly NYC Audubon) advocates for bird-friendly management and conducts restoration projects to protect these vital habitats.
Read about the many ways that NYC Bird Alliance is working to protect and better understand the birds and other wildlife of Jamaica Bay.
The holiday season is here and NYC Bird Alliance has gathered 15 of the best gifts around for bird lovers! Whether you’re shopping for beginner birders, field note enthusiasts, bookworms, or Flaco fans, we have great options for you and yours.
Explore the Green Roof Tax Abatement program by NYC Bird Alliance. Discover how green roofs offer bird habitat, improve air quality, and mitigate the heat island effect. Learn how this initiative encourages sustainable building practices and benefits both people and wildlife in New York City.
A Q&A with NYC Bird Alliance’s new Director of Advocacy and Engagement, Saman Mahmood.
Predicting the number of collisions during a given period will improve conservation efforts in the City and other urban areas
John James Audubon was an accomplished artist and naturalist, active in the 19th century. He was also a slaveowner and critic of abolition, and his views and actions were (and still are) antithetical to the work of NYC Bird Alliance (formerly NYC Audubon)..
Green Infrastructure is a central pillar of NYC Bird Alliance's conservation work. Learn about the projects and partnerships that are making New York City a more healthy and habitable place for both birds and people.
As New Yorkers observe Pride with marches, parties, and parades, NYC Bird Alliance has something to add to the celebration. Let’s Go Birding Together, a program created by Jason St. Sauver, senior education manager at Nebraska’s Spring Creek Prairie Audubon, was launched a decade ago to help create safe spaces for LGBTQ+ people within the birding community.
Become part of NYC Bird Alliance’s community. Enjoy bird outings, special events, and early registration for classes. Make a difference for birds and people!
Discover bird-friendly building solutions! Learn about glass visibility, construction materials, and design strategies to minimize harm to birds. Explore our work at NYC Bird Alliance (formerly NYC Audubon).
Hear from new Executive Director Jessica Wilson as she reflects on her longstanding connection with NYC Bird Alliance, why she chose to lead the organization, and upcoming challenges and opportunities ahead.
Explore Jamaica Bay, New York City’s largest wetland, sheltered by the Rockaway Peninsula. Discover its diverse ecosystems, including nesting waders, migratory shorebirds, and beach-nesting birds. Learn how NYC Bird Alliance has preserved this vital habitat for over 40 years, despite urban challenges.
Winston Qin is a high school senior who has used his talent as a gifted photographer to document the inspiring work of our Project Safe Flight volunteers and collision monitors.
Explore our conservation efforts for habitat protection at NYC Bird Alliance (formerly NYC Audubon). Learn how we safeguard bird habitats, promote biodiversity, and contribute to a healthier environment.
Explore the fascinating lives of Harbor Heron birds in New York City! Learn about nesting grounds for Great Egrets, Snowy Egrets, Night-Herons, Glossy Ibis, and more.
In 2024, NYC Audubon was renamed NYC Bird Alliance. After a multi-year process assessing the impact of the Audubon name on our work and then choosing a name from among hundreds of suggestions, in June 2024 the organization's members voted to approve the new name.
The numbers tell a grim story: over one billion birds die each year in the US due to building collisions. But it is through individual stories that we can begin to understand the “butterfly” effect that the loss of just one bird can have on the ecological community. Just one White-throated Sparrow's death has an effect on the environment.
Highbridge Park, a 45-block green corridor stretching along Manhattan's east side from 155th Street to Dyckman Street, offers urban birders a unique blend of history and nature. Named for Manhattan's oldest standing bridge, this narrow yet diverse park harbors pockets of native forest that have remained undeveloped due to the area's rocky terrain. With its mix of forest, meadow, and thicket habitats, Highbridge Park provides a surprising refuge for both resident and migratory birds.
The new environmentally conscious Davis Center features bird-safe Ornilux glass, a native plant green roof, and year-round programming in partnership with NYC Bird Alliance. Located between the North Woods and Harlem Meer, it replaces the seasonal Lasker Pool and Rink with a multi-use community space.
Explore theannual reports, financial statements, and bylaws for a deeper understanding of the mission and accomplishments, financial health, and governance structure of NYC Bird Alliance (formerly NYC Audubon).
Our Project Safe Flight community science research program helps us understand the geography and dynamics of urban bird collisions, improving our understanding of the causes of these collisions and suggesting ways to prevent them from occurring.
Explore the role of green roofs in mitigating climate change, reducing stormwater runoff, and providing habitat for migratory birds. NYC Bird Alliance advocates for the creation of green infrastructure to transform our skyline and protect both humans and wildlife.
Explore the importance of Atlantic Horseshoe Crabs in supporting migrating shorebirds like the Red Knot. Learn about their ancient breeding behavior, critical egg-laying season, and NYC Bird Alliance’s advocacy efforts to regulate harvesting, restore habitat, and manage disturbances on beaches where horseshoe crabs and Red Knots congregate.
New York City Audubon seeks three Seasonal Collision Monitors in short-term contract positions to assist with a collision monitoring study of multiple buildings in Manhattan. These positions will run for the fall migration season (August 7 - November 15, 2023).
See highlights from the 2023 Horseshoe Crab Monitoring season in our latest blog post.
For the first time, NYC Audubon is happy to present an activities page for Count Day! While birders are flocking to Manhattan green spaces to take part in the 124th Audubon Christmas Bird Count, check back here for games and competitions to make this year better than ever! Happy holidays and happy birding!
Predicting the number of collisions during a given period will improve conservation efforts in the City and other urban areas
Ahead of September 11, we’re pleased to share an excerpt from Turning to Birds, a new collection of essays by actress, activist, and NYC Bird Alliance board member Lili Taylor. In her essay “Tribute in Light,” Lili reflects on her first year volunteering as a collision monitor at the 9/11 Tribute in Light Memorial back in 2017.
Learn about the devastating effects of rodenticides on New York City’s hawks, owls, and other birds of prey. NYC Bird Alliance (formerly NYC Audubon) advocates for safer alternatives to control rodent populations without harming these birds. Discover how we work to protect our avian predators.
Learn how the "It's a Bird" graphic novel, an inspiring and important collaboration between NYC Bird Alliance board Member Chris Cooper and DC Comics, came to be in this sneak preview written by Suzanne Charlé.
Explore the Central Park Ramble, a 36-acre woodland designed by Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux. Discover its rich diversity of trees, nesting and migratory birds, and extraordinary songbirds during fall and spring. Learn how NYC Bird Alliance saved this important woodland habitat from tree removal, ensuring a beloved spot for both birds and people.
Excited about spring migration, but don't know how you'll find the time? You're not alone. Get tips on how to fit birding into your busy daily life.
The well-known Central Park birder is set to release a book and host TV show on National Geographic in June 2023
NYC Bird Alliance and its partners are encouraging the New York City Council to consider expanding the “Lights Out” program to privately owned commercial and industrial buildings, as well as other buildings such as U.S. post offices, labs, and outpatient clinics.
For over 20 years, NYC Bird Alliance scientists have monitored the 9/11 Tribute in Light. This year was particularly hazardous for birds.
Why does our city get so hot? The Green Roof Tax Abatement is a solution not just for climate change, but for environmental justice. Jesse McLaughlin, Senior Associate of Advocacy for NYC Bird Alliance, explains why.
Lloyd Spitanlik, the one-of-a-kind character whose birding acumen and photography skills helped shape New York City's vibrant birding and photography scene, is remembered by his longtime friend, former NYC Bird Alliance board member David Speiser.
Learn about our upcoming bird walks, trips, lectures, festivals, volunteer opportunities, and more birding programs and events hosted by NYC Audubon.
An in-depth birding guide to the New York Botanical Garden in the Bronx, including birding highlights by season, directions, and more information.
Explore Local Law 15, the most comprehensive bird-friendly building legislation in the U.S. Learn how bird-friendly materials reduce collisions, protect New York City’s avian residents, and inspire responsible construction practices.
Discover how NYC Bird Alliance advocates for legislation to reduce artificial light at night during bird migration. Learn about the proposed legislation, including the Dark Skies Protection Act. Turning off lights saves birds, reduces energy costs, and improves human health.
New York City Audubon seeks two Seasonal Field Technicians to monitor and protect an active Herring Gull colony on the Javits Convention Center’s 7-acre green roof.
Explore the impact of drone shows on bird behavior and migration. NYC Bird Alliance works to understand and mitigate the effects of these artificial light displays on wild birds in New York City. Learn how we advocate for responsible drone use while preserving bird habitats.
Carol Peace Robins reviews "10 Birds That Changed the World" by Stephen Moss for NYC Bird Alliance's Urban Audubon newsletter.
Protect wildlife and boost your building's eco-credentials. NYC Bird Alliance’s conservation experts help buildings safeguard biodiversity, reduce energy waste, and contribute to a greener city. Join the bird-safe movement today.
If you find a young bird without fully-formed feathers, it is a hatchling or nestling and should be returned to its nest, if possible. Learn more about how to tell the difference here.
An interview with Anahí Naranjo, outdoor activity leader for Latino Outdoors, about birding in the Latinx community and the mission of her organization.
Partner with NYC Bird Alliance to create sustainable spaces on your building that benefit both people and wildlife.
The NYC Bird Alliance community is deeply saddened by the loss of longtime member, supporter, and friend Lenore Swenson, who passed away on June 18, 2024.
What better way to enjoy spring than sitting on a park bench with a good book and pair of binoculars by your side? From magical stories of celebrity owls to how birds rest, roost, and sleep, this roundup has a “tail” for everyone, brought to you by NYC Bird Alliance.
Explore the lives of urban raptors—hawks, falcons, and owls—in New York City. Learn about their adaptations, conservation efforts, and the role of NYC Bird Alliance (formerly NYC Audubon) in safeguarding these majestic birds.
In the past 30 years, Red-tailed Hawks have made themselves at home in New York City, thanks in large part to the efforts of Pale Male. NYC Bird Alliance (formerly NYC Audubon) celebrates these iconic birds and their coexistence with city dwellers.
Get help for injured birds you have found in New York City using our stunned and injured bird guide.
A recap of the 2020 Tribute in Light monitoring to make sure birds are not trapped and disoriented in the Tribute's light beams
Book review of Dr. Wenfei Tong's "Bird Love: The Family of Birds"
NYC Bird Alliance’s equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility committee has collaborated with our staff in compiling this selection of recommended resources focused on the experience of Black people in nature, and about the realities of racism in the birding and wider conservation communities.
Learn about the growing evidence of worldwide insect decline and the impacts of that decline on birdlife—and about the specific dangers of neonicotinoid pesticides.
Explore the newly created sustainable shoreline project at the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge, and learn how local partners pulled this complex project across the finish line.
Explore NYC Bird Alliance’s successful initiatives, including Lights Out legislation, bird-friendly materials, green roof tax abatement, and habitat protection around Jamaica Bay. Learn how we’ve championed bird conservation in New York City for over 40 years!
The 124th Annual Christmas Bird Count, which took place on December 17, 2023, was a historic one for NYC Bird Alliance. Not only did we have a record 400 registered volunteer counters, but for the first time in the Count's history, a green roof was included in the festivities. Carol Peace Robins recounts the historic day at Hudson Yards and on the Javits green roof..
Birds may be everywhere, but birders are not. An uneven distribution of bird observations underlies what Brooklyn birder Nick Dawson is calling his “little year.” Linda Ewing reports for NYC Bird Alliance's Urban Audubon newsletter.
Mike Yuan was elected as board president for NYC Bird Alliance (formerly NYC Audubon) in June 2024.
We had an amazing night at NYC Bird Alliance’s annual Fall Roost gala at Tavern on the Green! It was inspiring to bring together conservationists, bird lovers, and community leaders in celebration of our shared mission. Read our recap for highlights and photos from a memorable evening in Central Park.
NYC Bird Alliance Executive Director mourns the passing of Peter Rhoades Mott, a longtime board member, dedicated leader, and passionate bird conservation advocate. Peter, who passed away on December 11, 2025 at the age of 92, left an indelible mark on the organization and the wider birding and conservation communities.
Writer and journalist Marie Winn passed away on December 25, 2024, at the age of 88. Her articles and a book about Pale Male, the City’s first resident Red-tailed Hawk, inspired a generation of wildlife advocates.
The Biodiversity District is a first-of-its-kind pilot to coordinate biodiversity action across property lines, organizations, and sectors. Led by NYC Bird Alliance with Google as a founding sponsor, the initiative brings together science, real estate, public space management, and community engagement into a single, neighborhood-scale model.
Explore NYC Bird Alliance’s (formerly NYC Audubon) breeding bird surveys, where community scientists contribute valuable data on nesting birds. Learn about our efforts to monitor breeding populations, protect habitats, and engage New Yorkers in bird conservation.
dBird, our online crowd-sourced bird mortality and injury data collection tool, has been rebuilt in partnership with Seattle Audubon and moved to a new home at https://dbird.org.
Explore crucial research on New York City’s birds, habitats, and environmental threats. NYC Bird Alliance’s (formerly NYC Audubon) conservation team has been studying our city’s avian residents for over 35 years. Discover our research papers and contributions to bird science.
If you’re new to birding, or just in need of a refresher, here are some tips from experienced local birders to help you get the most out of spring migration, which in New York City is at its peak from late April through mid-May.
With spring comes growth and renewal in our City’s green spaces. As I wind down my four-year term as president, I am awed by the growth and renewal inside our organization as well, and I step down fulfilled by the privilege of being part of such magnificent expansion of urban conservation.
Discover the FLACO Act (“Feathered Lives Also Count” Act) honoring Flaco, the escaped Eurasian Eagle-Owl from Central Park Zoo. Learn how this law requires bird-friendly designs in new or significantly altered state buildings, particularly in windows. Help protect over 100 migratory bird species by supporting this legislation!
Learn where are the best places to bird in New York City, featuring over 100 in-depth profiles of birding hotspots.
NYC Bird Alliance's Strategic Plan provides a community-driven roadmap for the future of birds and people in New York City.
Read about the Javits Center's increasing role as a leader in New York City's sustainability efforts and its ongoing partnership with NYC Bird Alliance to transform the Center into a haven for wildlife.
NYC Bird Alliance Board President Karen Benfield relates the successful fledging of a brood of Peregrine Falcons on Manhattan's Upper West Side—and explores both the excitement it caused in the neighborhood, and the promise the birds' presence holds for the future of conservation.
Delve into the interesting history of Monk Parakeets, a vibrant-looking species native to South America that has unexpectedly found nesting homes in Brooklyn and Queens.
Need some gift ideas for the bird-lover in you life? Check out our selection of bird-friendly gifts that are sure to please your loved one while helping to protect birds and their habitats.
NYC Bird Alliance's passionate volunteer corps has sustained its conservation work for over 40 years. Meet Audubon Christmas Bird Count surveyor Junko Suzuki.
After a rigorous assessment, the board of directors of NYC Audubon (now known as NYC Bird Alliance) voted in March 2023 to change the organization’s name, dropping “Audubon” and beginning a process to develop a new name.
Executive Director Jessica G. Wilson shares her excitement about the future of NYC Bird Alliance in light of the board's recent decision to change the organization's name, and how she has been inspired by the organization's work to center Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility in all of its work across conservation, advocacy, engagement.
A message from NYC Bird Alliance Executive Director Jessica Wilson, reflecting on the challenges and beauty of the spring season while looking ahead to our new strategic plan.
A message from NYC Bird Alliance leadership, reflecting on our 40-year conservation legacy and sharing bold plans for our next five years.
Each September 11, we monitor the National September 11 Memorial & Museum’s Tribute in Light to prevent migrating birds from coming to harm. Collaborating with Cornell Lab of Ornithology, NYC Bird Alliance (formerly NYC Audubon) advances our understanding of artificial light effects on birds.
View currently open jobs and seasonal positions at NYC Bird Alliance (formerly NYC Audubon).
Learn how to volunteer for NYC Bird Alliance's annual Horseshoe Crab Monitoring community science project in Jamaica Bay
Since Marcia T. Fowle joined NYC Bird Alliance as its first executive director in 1992, she's supported the organization in too many additional ways to count, including roles as president of the board of directors, longtime co-editor of The Urban Audubon, and co-chair of both the advisory council and Fall Roost committee. Learn about Marcia's many contributions to our organization as we wish her and her husband, bird-friendly architect and longtime NYC Bird Alliance supporter Bruce Fowle, a happy move to their new home in Vermont.
César A. Castillo, a beloved member of New York City's birding community and an adjunct professor of biology and senior laboratory technician at Queens College, passed away from an illness on March 1, 2023.
A new art exhibit imagines how climate change, habitat loss, and human impact would affect the birds of the future.
For most of my life, I lived happily at Broad Channel, Queens, with the birds outside. Until 15 years ago, when the birds started coming inside. As I sat on my dock in 2009 looking out at Jamaica Bay, a beautiful white Great Egret landed at my house, and soon, my new friend Egor the egret would stop by nearly every day for a snack.
The Black-crowned Night Heron is one of our most exciting residents. However, according to our recent analysis of over four decades of research data, it may disappear entirely from the harbor as soon as 2035.
Award-winning filmmaker and expeditionist Tomas Koeck gives a behind-the-scenes look at creating his latest documentary film, Flyway of Life, featuring NYC Bird Alliance. From the Cloud Forests of Costa Rica, to the subarctic tundra of northern Manitoba, Flyway of Life showcases how bird migrations connect all of these environments along the Atlantic Flyway, including here in New York City.
Recommended bird-related conservation organizations, natural history societies, birding clubs, blogs, and online chat boards of the NYC birding community.
Be a voice for the birds of New York City and help protect their natural areas here and elsewhere through grassroots activism.
NYC Bird Alliance (formerly NYC Audubon) studies and advocates on behalf of the City's wild birds through Project Safe Flight glass collision monitoring, Waterbirds of New York Harbor wading bird nesting surveys, Urban Raptors rodenticide prevention outreach, and Habitat Protection programs
See final results and species highlights from the 122nd Annual Audubon Christmas Bird Count in the New Jersey Lower Hudson count circle
NYC Bird Alliance Board President Karen Benfield recounts the recent rescue of an injured American Kestrel in Manhattan, using this cheerful story to show how strong collaboration, goodwill, and connection with and amongst New Yorkers are needed to help birds safely navigate our built environment.
On December 15, NYC Audubon and other members of the Lights Out Coalition celebrated the New York City Council’s unanimous passage of Lights Out bills Int. 274 and Int. 271.
With over 40 years of advocacy history, NYC Bird Alliance continues to focus on legislation and action protecting birds and their habitats across the five boroughs.
After nearly two years of thorough exploration and discussions, the members of NYC Audubon voted to change the organization's name to NYC Bird Alliance. Our work and commitment to birds and their conservation is unchanged, and we remain a chapter of the Audubon network.
César A. Castillo, an adjunct professor of biology at Queens College and a beloved member of the City's birding community, passed away from an illness on March 1, 2023. César was a passionate naturalist and a valued member of NYC Bird Alliance's board of directors who generously shared his love of nature with others. We are grateful to be able to share this tribute to César, penned by fellow Queens County Bird Club member Donna L. Schulman.
Every year, thousands of members, supporters, foundations, and corporations contribute to NYC Bird Alliance (formerly NYC Audubon).
After a multi-year process, the organization changed its name from NYC Audubon to NYC Bird Alliance in June 2024. Based on input from more than 1,000 people, this name emerged as the right choice for our organization from among 250 names suggested by our members and stakeholders because of its geographic focus and spirit of collaboration.
From abstract spectrograms of robin songs crafted in glass to towering falcons performing mudras, the Audubon Mural Project—now 10 years old—continues spreading its wings to new forms, artists, and boroughs. Learn about the spectacular street art project highlighting the birds threatened by climate change through an ever-expanding collection of public murals.
Also known as the big blue darter, striker, chicken hawk, and flying cross, the Cooper’s Hawk can be easily identified by it's flying cross appearance. Learn where to spot these amazing predators this fall migration.
An in-depth guide to the birds of Pelham Bay Park, Van Cortlandt Park, smaller parks on the Northern Hudson River, and more birding hotspots in the Bronx.
An in-depth guide to the birds of Clove Lakes Park, Great Kills Park, the Staten Island Greenbelt, Freshkills Park, and more birding hotspots in Staten Island.
Learn about NYC Bird Alliance's (formerly NYC Audubon) 40-year history of protecting the wading birds, shorebirds, and waterfowl that depend on New York City’s wetland and coastal habitats.
Join our dedicated grassroots network of birdwatchers and naturalists in monitoring bird populations across New York City. Learn how NYC Bird Alliance (formerly NYC Audubon) contributes to scientific knowledge through community science efforts.
NYC Bird Alliance (formerly NYC Audubon) isn't just for grown-up birders. If you’re a kid between 8 and 12 years old in the City, you can become a FREE member and join our flock.
NYC Audubon community scientists monitor several beaches where horseshoe crabs spawn in Jamaica Bay. Their eggs are an important food source for shorebirds like the Red Knot.
Get to know the interesting ecology and evolving family tree of the Yellow-rumped Warbler, New York City's only winter-time warbler species.
We review Sounds Wild and Broken: Sonic Marvels, Evolution’s Creativity, and the Crisis of Sensory Extinction, by David George Haskell.
Programs Manager Danielle Sherman reports on the challenges and successes of migrating our successful, outdoor-centric "Feathered Friends" after-school program to a virtual setting after the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Join in celebrating the life of César Castillo (1980-2023), a beloved naturalist and teacher, in the inaugural César Castillo Memorial Queens County Birdathon.
Barn Swallows are one of New York City’s most ubiquitous summer birds, delighting onlookers with their acrobatic aerial displays. Learn all about these interesting birds in our latest species profile by Don Riepe.
It is with sadness NYC Bird Alliance reports the passing of Betty Hamilton on September 14, 2023, at the age of 99. Betty was a friend, colleague, and active leader with NYC Bird Alliance from the very beginning. We are pleased to share these remembrances of Betty from NYC Bird Alliance’s past organizational leaders.
NYC Bird Alliance (formerly NYC Audubon) is part of a national network of 400 local, independent chapters affiliated with the National Audubon Society.
The American Kestrel (Falco Sparverius) has been the mascot for NYC Audubon for over two decades. When we changed our organizational name in June 2024, it was important to us that the kestrel remained.
Whether people seek them or stumble upon them by chance, Black-Crowned Night Herons are a source of delight. However, as we confront climate change, their presence is not guaranteed.
A chunky, short-legged, short-necked birds are one of the most widespread herons in the world—and for now, one of the most abundant in New York Harbor.
NYC Bird Alliance (formerly NYC Audubon) contributing members gain access to free member events that provide delight and camaraderie!
Working together, we can keep New York a great place to live, for birds and people alike. Donate to NYC Bird Alliance today!
Become part of NYC Bird Alliance’s community. Enjoy bird outings, special events, and early registration for classes. Make a difference for birds and people!
Discover the birds and natural areas of New York City on guided outings and classes with NYC Bird Alliance. The majority of our outings are free!
See the breathtaking birds of the Audubon Mural Project in Hamilton Heights and Washington Heights on guided tours with NYC Bird Alliance (formerly NYC Audubon).
Make a legacy gift or bequest to NYC Bird Alliance, to protect birds for future generations.
Join NYC Bird Alliance (formerly NYC Audubon) for talks on a wide variety of topics related to conservation, birds, or advocacy from an array of exciting authors, researchers, and experts.
Explore how New York City manages stormwater runoff and sanitary sewage. Learn about the challenges, solutions, and efforts to protect our estuary’s rich ecosystem. NYC Bird Alliance (formerly NYC Audubon) advocates for sustainable practices to safeguard our water quality.
Explore how climate change affects New York City’s bird populations. Learn about conservation efforts, habitat protection, and resilience strategies by NYC Bird Alliance (formerly NYC Audubon). Discover how we safeguard vulnerable species amidst shifting ecosystems.
A recap of the 2020 Central Park Christmas Bird Count in New York City by Senior Conservation Biologist Kaitlyn Parkins
Discover NYC Bird Alliance’s successful advocacy initiatives, current priorities, and how you can help protect New York City’s birds and their habitats. Learn about Lights Out legislation, green roofs, Jamaica Bay, and more!
Learn how you can help rescue injured birds that you find in New York City.
A quick guide to 30 birding hotspots that New Yorkers can access by subway or bus in New York City.
Get to know Dustin Partridge, PhD, NYC Bird Alliance's new director of conservation and science, who has overseen our green roof monitoring work for the past decade.
Learn all about the Great Horned Owl, also known as “Tiger of the Woods” or “Hoot Owl,” a large, fierce, nocturnal predator found commonly in New York City.
The Laughing Gull, the striking "summer gull" of the East Coast known for its infectious guffaw, has had its ups and downs in New York City. Read about the resilience of this gregarious species and its Jamaica Bay nesting colony.
The bright skyline of New York City may be emblematic of "the city that never sleeps," but the nocturnal glare is dangerous for the millions of migrating birds that travel along the Atlantic Flyway. Learn about this fundamental problem and the ways that NYC Bird Alliance is working towards solutions.
NYC Bird Alliance's Kestrel Circle is a community of our most dedicated supporters who care deeply about making New York City safer for birds and people.
NYC Audubon se alegra de anunciar la publicación de Las Aves de la Ciudad de Nueva York / The Birds of New York City, co-creado por NYC Audubon y Dr. Adam Moreno.
Thrushes are perhaps the most beautiful songsters of the northeast woods, and the song of the Wood Thrush is memorable and haunting for both birders and poets. Learn more about the Wood Thrush's ethereal, flute-like song, and more about this bird in our latest species profile.
NYC Bird Alliance (formerly NYC Audubon) produced a special report for its members summarizing the multi-year process the organization went through to assess the impact of the "Audubon" name and to choose a new one that is more inclusive and better represent its work.
Biodiversity and bird events across the City for Climate Week NYC
With their striking silhouettes, Double-Crested Cormorants are a familiar sight along New York City's waterfront. In 1980, I found the very first cormorant nest in lower New York Harbor, on Hoffman Island just south of the Verrazano Bridge. One nest, one chick. Today, there are hundreds of nests on Hoffman and nearby Swinburne Island, as well as many other islands in the harbor and in Jamaica Bay.
In this collection of over 200 images, photographers pursue “their muse” in every part of the planet with shots of birds in the air, underwater, into cities, and in scenes devised by the artist. Aviary: The Bird in Contemporary Photography weaves images from documentary, art, portraiture, and wildlife photography.
NYC Bird Alliance’s accessible outings are designed to welcome people of all abilities and disabilities into the magical world of birding.
Learn about the uncommon NYC visitor, the Redpoll: a small, lively finch with streaked brown plumage, a distinctive red cap on its crown (or poll), and black chin markings.
An in-depth guide to the birds of Central Park, Inwood Hill, Governors Island, parks on the Hudson River and East River, and more birding hotspots in Manhattan.
See upcoming opportunities to volunteer in the field and make a difference for New York City’s wildlife and natural areas.
Working together, we can keep New York a great place to live, for birds and people alike. Donate to NYC Bird Alliance (formerly NYC Audubon) today.
Your support of NYC Bird Alliance (formerly NYC Audubon) is critical in order to protect the more than 300 species of birds that nest in, migrate through, or call New York City home. NYC Bird Alliance works to understand the threats to habitats and species, advance solutions, and advocate for wildlife. Every gift of every size matters.
An in-depth guide to the birds of Jamaica Bay, the Rockaways, Forest Park, Alley Pond Park, and more birding hotspots in Queens.
Join birdwatchers in the tradition of the Audubon Christmas Bird Count. Learn about this nation’s longest-running Community Science bird project, its history, and how NYC Bird Alliance (formerly NYC Audubon) contributes to bird conservation through data collection.
NYC Bird Alliance Stands Committed to Safe, Accessible, and Inclusive Birding in New York City and Beyond
Delve into the interesting ecology of the White-throated Sparrow, one of our most beloved, and most-studied, songbirds.
NYC Bird Alliance is a proud participant in World Migratory Bird Day, an annual global awareness-raising campaign that celebrates the amazing journeys of migratory birds and inspires worldwide conservation of migratory birds and their habitats.
Join the national movement to recognize and honor Black birders during this week-long celebration of outdoor representation.
The New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) provides affordable housing to nearly 12% of all City residents. NYC Bird Alliance, in partnership with the Public Housing Community Fund, has started a pilot program to engage these residents.
Birding is for everyone! NYC Bird Alliance offers bilingual birding opportunities all year long in English, Spanish, and Mandarin.
