Lights Out at Night Can Help Millions of Migrating Birds.

It happens quietly each year, often unnoticed.

Right now, millions of birds are moving across Texas as part of their seasonal migration, passing overhead on a journey that depends on clear skies and natural light. From April 22 through May 12, that movement reaches its peak, and what happens on the ground can make a difference.

Artificial light at night can confuse migrating birds, diverting them from their course and increasing the risk of collisions with buildings. It is a small detail that adds up across neighborhoods and cities.

The ask is simple. From 11 p.m. to 6 a.m., residents and businesses are encouraged to turn off non-essential indoor and outdoor lights. A darker skyline gives birds a clearer path and a better chance to continue safely.

It is one of those moments where a small change at home connects to something much larger.

More information is available at https://cfw.pub/4dYS7HR.

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