Fueled by factors like intense heat and unrelenting drought, fire seasons are growing hotter, bigger, and more destructive. It’s hurting us, and it’s hurting birds too. Even forest species like the California Spotted Owl, which have been known to thrive in habitats after a fire, won’t return to these severely burned areas.
But it’s not too late to curb the worst effects of climate change and we must take immediate action.
The current situation is dire, but hope is on the horizon: These massive fires are not inevitable. Climate change—which dries out forests and makes them more flammable—can be addressed through government policies like those aimed to reduce carbon emissions.
It’ll take Audubon’s century of expertise and our proven combination of rigorous research, committed advocacy, and hands-on conservation to fight the climate crisis and reduce the likelihood of severe wildfires. But our best efforts depend on you.
