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The Wisconsin DNR is conserving the stopover points and winter habitats of migratory birds. Here’s how you can help.

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Heard On The Larry Meiller Show
Three yellow birds sit in a bird bath.
Providing a bird bath or fountain is one thing people can do to help migrating birds. Photo courtesy of Ryan Brady

Half of Wisconsin’s birds winter in tropical habitats. Research shows that migration is when 60 to 70 percent of annual bird mortality happens. We talk about how people are trying to make migratory birds’ journeys a little easier.

Episode Credits

  • Larry Meiller Host
  • Clara Neupert Producer
  • Tyler Ditter Technical Director
  • Craig A. Thompson Guest

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