Chicago Bird Collision Monitors
@BirdMonitors
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Chicago Bird Collision Monitors (CBCM) is a volunteer conservation project dedicated to the protection of migratory birds through rescue, advocacy and outreach.
chicago, IL
Joined September 2019
This account is not regularly monitored. If you find an injured bird in the Chicago area, please call our hotline: 773-988-1867.
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On October 5, 2023, children starting their day at National Teachers Academy stood helpless as birds flew into their school's glass walkway. Now these students need help funding their effort to make their school bird safe. Consider contributing today!
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It's been a busy October! Our partner, DuPage Wildlife Conservation Center, gave a behind the scenes look last week of what happens to the birds we find in Chicago and place in their care. See the full report here:
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Sad news from the Chicago Peregrine Program. Ben, the male falcon from the Wacker site, was found dead today. He appears to have crashed into a building while chasing prey. More information can be found here:
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This project aims to raise awareness about bird collisions by making over 10,000 bird replicas to represent the casualties of window collisions in Chicago in 2023.
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Tonight marks 1 year since nearly 1,000 birds died colliding with McCormick Place, including 335 Palm Warblers. To honor these and all birds lost in Chicago window collisions, we hope you will take part in the Bird Collisions in the Anthropocene project.
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Last month CBCM director Annette Prince spoke with Lisa Dent of @WGNRadio about this issue of duck dumping in the city. Listen in to hear about why this is a problem, and what can be done to prevent it:
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RT @TWC_Wildlife: This #NorthernFlicker clung to the ledge of a window after striking the glass. Her head and eyes drooped, signs she suffe….
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RT @ABCbirds: These photos from ABC Development Officer Lynne Mecum, taken last week in Chicago, show that glass is no joke for birds. Bu….
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Tuesday night, 10/1, will be another big night for bird migration in Chicago!. Bird migration forecast: .IL Lights Out alert: . Call us! 773-988-1867
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RT @criispyfennel: While not a migratory bird, shoutout to @BirdMonitors for guiding me through saving this domestic dove. She’s going to b….
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The Chicago International Film Festival will have 2 screenings of the short film "Broken Flight" by filmmakers Erika Valenciana and Mitchell Wenkus. The film showcases CBCM's work to rescue and salvage birds in Chicago. We hope to see you 10/18 or 10/23!
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RT @chicago_birder: It's that time of year! Fall and winter holiday decor can enhance the festivities for humans, but they can be dangerous….
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RT @save_nature_now: Chicago is the most dangerous city for migrating birds in North America. if you find a bird in need, immediately.call….
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Sunday night, 9/29 will be another big night for bird migration in Chicago!. Bird migration forecast: .IL Lights Out alert: Call us! 773-988-1867
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Saturday night bird fever! . Lights out, cats in, bird tape up! . Migration-o-meter: 🐦🐦🐦🐦🐦🐦🐦🐦🐦🐦🐦🐦🐦🐦🐦🐦🐦🐦🐦🐦🐦. 21 million birds expected to fly over IL. Find a bird in need? Call us: 773-988-1867.
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RT @warblerchips: This along with changes to the lighting regime at McCormick Place has the potential to be a huge game-changer. In the fi….
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Thank you to @McCormick_Place for showing that making windows safe for birds is both doable and important. We hope other building will follow your leadership with these life-saving retrofits.
McCormick Place Lakeside Center has wrapped up its latest effort to keep its glass facade safe for birds. The upgrades come in time for the migratory birds now passing through Chicago on their long journey south.
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Tuesday night, lights out, cats in, bird tape up!. Another big night for birds! Most bird families are now on the move. Migration-o-meter: 🐦🐦🐦🐦🐦🐦🐦🐦🐦🐦🐦🐦🐦🐦🐦🐦🐦🐦🐦🐦🐦🐦. 22 million birds expected to fly over IL. Find a bird in need? Call us: 773-988-1867.
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Sunday night birds were gifted helpful winds. Millions took to the wing, eager to begin their long journey home. Unfortunately, Chicago stood in their way. We rescued 80+ injured and salvaged 160+ dead birds Monday morning. It doesn't have to be this way. @ChicagosMayor
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