As birds continue to fly south for the winter, they often encounter major obstacles: buildings and glass windows. UW researcher Judy Bowes in the University of Washington College of Built Environments is examining how building architecture contributes to bird-window collisions, and the ways bird-safe glass and other designs can help address the problem. Story: https://www.washington.edu/news/2023/11/20/new-research-aims-to-reduce-fatal-bird-collisions-on-campus/ | University of Washington News

Bird collisions 👎 Bird-friendly windows 👍 Bird collisions are a big problem. Every year, nearly one billion birds collide with glass in the United States. That’s billion with a “B“! Luckily, there are efficient and inexpensive solutions. You can apply to your home or building that will help. keep birds safe. Dress up those windows people. Pattern decals can be applied to the outside windows to help birds see the glasses there and steer clear. video description: a short clip of an office window