News & Stories
Robert Huffman: Birder, Photographer, Game Developer, and former Flyway Editor
Robert Huffman took the first photo of a bird to appear in Flyway, Detroit Bird Alliance’s member magazine. Read about how photography has changed, Robert’s unique way to get others involved in birding, and what he’s up to now.
Detroit Bird Alliance Organizes 125th Christmas Bird Count
Detroit Bird Alliance organized the National Audubon Society's 125th Christmas Bird Count in Southeast Michigan, and the Detroit News was there to tell the story! The Christmas Bird Count collects data on bird populations which helps measure changes in numbers of birds and species over time.
Catios and Conversations
Matthew Hildebrandt of Cat Topia has a creative solution to the dilemma of cats and birds: Catios! Read more about these structures and watch the webinar, hosted by Detroit Bird Alliance.
Reclaiming Nature with the Circle Forest Restoration Project
Take a few minutes to listen to the WDET interview with Detroit Bird Alliance partner Arboretum Detroit and hear how their Circle Forest project is restoring vibrant green spaces in Poletown.
Fall is Migration Season! Lights Out!
Learn how you can help make migration safer for birds!
Meet Kelly Konieczki
Kelly Konieczki is an outdoor educator who is passionate about sharing her love for nature. Learn what inspires her to volunteer with Detroit Bird Alliance.
Preparing for Black Tern Nesting Season 2024
Detroit Bird Alliance is preparing for the Black Tern nesting season, which starts mid-May, using specially designed platforms and nest cameras.
Installing Bird-Safe Windows at Wayne State University
Window retrofits at Wayne State University reduce bird-window collisions and educate people about this issue that severely impacts bird populations.
Planning Bird-Safe Cities
Urban planners can and should become stewards of the natural world so that a diversity of people and birds can coexist now and in the future.
Meet Joanna Pease
Joanna Pease is a retired physician and a lifelong birder, whose ear for bird calls and bird song is incredible. We asked Joanna a few questions about what inspires her to volunteer with us.