Take care of trees — without hurting birds! Check out Golden Gate Audubon Society's new brochure Healthy Trees, Healthy Birds for tips on how to trim your trees and bushes without damaging nests and birds.
Learn the best time of year to trim trees. Find out how to detect nests, what to do if you find a nest, pruning techniques to support wildlife, and whom to call for expert or regulatory help.
Want even more information? Check out the new Tree Care and Bird Safety section of their web site for detailed information on the various kinds of nests, laws protecting birds and nests, how to plan your tree project, as well as species such as herons that have special nesting needs.
By Daniela Ogden
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