Sentences with phrase «for bird habitat»

The study also pointed to the minimum patch size needed for bird habitat, breeding, and nest success.

Cat defenders say that the new estimates won't change their belief that cats are scapegoats for bird habitat loss, chemicals used in fertilizers and insecticides, and collisions with man - made objects.

Not exact matches

He was speaking philosophically about the plight of man; that while birds have nests and other animals have their natural habitats, there is no natural place for the children of man to rest their heads.

This hidden away natural habitat on the backside of our property has oak, cedar and Douglas fir trees, wild edible greens (including Miners Lettuce as featured in the recipe below), wild strawberries, Indian plums, wild flowers, and is a popular haven for the local wildlife including elk, deer, coyote, bobcat, and a wide variety of birds.

The Smithsonian Bird - Friendly certification requires a minimum shade cover of 40 %, and the overstory should include at least ten different species of shade trees, with no more than 70 % of the trees being Inga species, which means more habitat remains appropriate for birds.

There are a couple of choices for those concerned with migratory and resident bird habitat preservation.

Through our work in agriculture, forestry and tourism, we're helping to conserve habitat for both migratory and nonmigratory birds.

The purpose of the watering was to contribute to environmental outcomes such as supporting the condition of floodplain trees, understorey vegetation and submerged plant communities and to provide habitat for bird and frog species.

«We will be working together to deliver environmental water to smaller local wetland and floodplain sites to improve habitat and provide refuges for endangered and threatened native bird and fish species such as the Regent Parrot and the Murray Hardyhead,» Mr Reilly said.

Goals included reforestation and creation of forest corridors to improve habitat, especially for migratory birds, and working with coffee farmers to re-establish shade trees and convert to organic production.

Birds — improved wetland habitat for waterbirds with a total of 52 species of waterbirds observed across 49 survey sites, including threatened and listed species such as the threatened blue - billed and freckled ducks recorded in wetlands that received Commonwealth environmental water

The 209 hectares of rice fields on IRRI's experiment farm form a mosaic patchwork of different crop stages and varying degrees of wetland habitats, which make them a bird Keeping a healthy rice ecosystem is a target for IRRI on the farm.

California vineyards are designed with the larger ecosystem in mind, preserving vernal pools, oak woodlands, and other wildlife habitats and creating nest boxes for owls, raptors and other beneficial birds.

Special emphasis is given to the protection of trees as a habitat for migratory and local bird populations as well as other wildlife.

Special emphasis is given to the protection of big trees as habitat for migratory and local bird populations and other wildlife species — a requirement not present in SAN's current 2010 standard.

The amount, composition, and structure of shade cover is the main proxy for habitat preservation and the conservation of biodiversity, especially birds, in coffee production areas.

Organic coffee is very difficult to grow without the presence of shade trees to provide habitat for beneficial insects, birds, and other organisms; to provide natural mulch; to aid in nutrient cycling; and to help in weed suppression.

Improved outcomes for native fish, birds, frogs and habitat from environmental watering: 2014 - 15 Outcomes Snapshot

In March 2006, I posted about the Northwest Shade Coffee Campaign, a Seattle Audubon Society project whose mission is «to protect habitat for wintering neo-tropical migratory birds in Latin America and the Caribbean by increasing consumer demand for shade - grown coffee,»...

These requirements are what many people have in mind when they are looking for «shade coffee» that is eco-friendly and provides habitat for birds and other biodiversity.

Every cup of Bird Friendly coffee purchased rewards these farmers for being good stewards of the environment and encourages them to continue conserving Bird Friendly habitat.

Bird Friendly certified organic coffees grow under biodiverse shade that provides critical habitat for migratory songbirds and other wildlife, sequesters carbon and fights climate change.

Reasons for the higher number and species diversity of birds and bird territories on organic farms include better breeding habitats and better food conditions.

The Delta represents an important habitat for resident bird species and an excellent resting, moulting and feeding area for many migratory bird species.

Protected areas are not sufficient for nature conservation, especially for migratory species (e.g. birds) because surrounding habitats are agricultural lands which often create negative externalities.

(citation needed) Shaded Kona cultivation systems show greater biodiversity than full - sun systems, and those more distant from continuous forest compare rather poorly to undisturbed native forest in terms of habitat value for some bird species.

«Spending time in the field with family and friends, with binoculars and bird scopes, reminds everyone how crucial natural habitats are to our environment and how important a healthy environment is — for birds and people alike.

Nourishment of Dead Neck will 1) restore acres of open sand habitat for nesting birds, 2) provide a sand source to widen the Nantucket Sound beach over approximately 5 - 10 years, and 3) protect the island from breaching.

During this engaging program students will listen to a guided imagery story while sitting in a natural setting; learn the life cycle of a bird through imaginary play and determine what makes a good home for specific native animals as they explore and compare the resources available in forest and field habitats.

Dead Neck Sampsons Island has provided habitat to rare coastal birds for decades.

He has been a practicing ornithologist and conservation biologist for 30 years, specializing in integrating behavioral studies of rare and endangered bird species with habitat conservation planning.

Mass Audubon advocates for the conservation of birds, wildlife, and habitat through our work at the federal, state, and local levels of government.

Results led directly to control activities focusing on protection of habitat for grassland nesting birds.

Jeff is a Field Ornithologist at Mass Audubon, where he focuses on working landscapes and the habitat management of forest birds, including the coordination of Mass Audubon's Foresters for the Birds probirds, including the coordination of Mass Audubon's Foresters for the Birds proBirds program.

The dredging and renourishment project proposed by our two organizations will restore and protect habitat for coastal birds.

Join us inside the penguin habitat to observe these animals up close and learn some of the surprising ways in which Shedd staffers care for these charismatic birds.

«We've identified Canoe Meadows as one of Mass Audubon's best opportunities for providing high quality grassland habitat for birds and other wildlife,» said Berkshires Sanctuaries Director Becky Cushing.

PITTSFIELD, MA — Mass Audubon's Berkshires Sanctuaries will be working this fall to improve habitat for bobolink and other grassland birds in a field at its Canoe Meadows Wildlife Sanctuary in Pittsfield.

While overall habitat loss is a factor in these declines, research also indicates that even fields of sufficient size, if they are fragmented or interrupted by hedgerows or natural windbreaks, will be passed over by the birds, which may view the linear plantings as cover for predators.

Organic farms create friendlier habitats for amazing little creatures like bees, birds and butterflies, which are all crucial to maintaining a healthy environment.

Nesting materials including sticks and rocks have been placed in the habitat this week for the birds to collect and arrange into love nests before they pair up for mating season.

The sanctuary's 25 miles of trails, through these diverse habitats, offer a rewarding day of birding and hiking for any visitor.

Fuertes (1874 - 1927), whose skill at depicting birds actively in their appropriate habitats was arguably greater even than that of John James Audubon, set a new standard for bird illustration.

For more than 40 years, the boardwalk has enabled visitors to enjoy the property's expansive wetland habitat and observe birds and other wildlife it supports.

«Arcadia's natural diversity combined with our active management of important grasslands and shrublands provide habitat for a wide range of bird species,» said Keane.

A program barn provides comfortable seating for indoor programs, and the nature center overlooks an attractive bird habitat garden.

The lands that have been invaded by these species are important winter habitat for bird species such as the Brown Thrasher and the Eastern Towhee.

As the penguins prepare to pair up for mating season, sticks and rocks necessary for nest building have been introduced in the habitat where they will be carefully collected and arranged by the birds.

Management for dormice is complementary to game and rough shooting so BASC members and farmers in the project will see a direct benefit to their shooting interests because game birds will also thrive in the habitat created for the dormice.

That could include projects such as building new habitat for birds and new fishing access sites for people.