389 North American species. That’s how many birds—a staggering two-thirds—are at increasing risk of climate extinction. This isn’t just a distant danger, either: Three billion birds have already vanished in less than a single human lifetime.
We’ve lost 3 billion birds in the span of a human lifetime.
Two-thirds of North American bird species are threatened with extinction due to climate change.
Birds like the Scarlet Tanager are losing vital forest habitat.
Through our proven combination of committed advocacy, empowering education, and expert on-the-ground conservation—together with the support of bird lovers like you—we have the power to build a safer future for birds. That’s why Audubon works with federal and local decision-makers to achieve common-sense solutions to climate change, including advocating for dramatically reducing carbon emissions, maintaining healthy forests, and supporting sustainable agricultural practices.
