Memorial Day is here and many are flocking to the coast for a day at the beach. Audubon NC reminds beachgoers to share the beach with nesting and migrating birds during the holiday weekend.
“The early summer months are a popular time for beachgoers to enjoy the coast, but it’s also a crucial time for beach nesting birds like the American Oystercatcher and Black Skimmer,” says Heather Hahn, Audubon North Carolina Executive Director. “By giving birds the space they need to nest and raise chicks this summer, everyone can do their part to ensure the next generation of shorebirds thrive.”
Audubon North Carolina has created simple tips everyone can use to share the beach with birds and avoid disrupting them while they nest and raise their chicks.
Audubon’s Tips to Share the Beach
- Watch for protected areas and signs.
- Avoid disturbing groups of birds that are nesting or feeding.
- Keep your dog on a leash and away from the birds.
- Pick up trash or fishing line on the beach. Take your trash with you and place in an appropriate trash container.
About Audubon North Carolina
With a century of conservation history in North Carolina, Audubon strives to conserve and restore the habitats we share with all wildlife, focusing on the needs of birds. Audubon North Carolina achieves its mission through a blend of science-based research and conservation, education and outreach, and advocacy. Audubon North Carolina has offices in Corolla, Boone, Wilmington and Chapel Hill. Learn more at nc.audubon.org and @audubonnc.
