By doing year round studies of birds and the environment they live in, the Audubon Society is able to track birds and detect any warning signs that might indicate a potential problem with a species.

For example, how climate conditions are changing the migration patterns of some birds.

I've even noticed some strange bird behavior just outside my front door on the river pathway system.

In years past, without fail the Canada Geese would migrate South as Winter approached.
Now they seem confused and it appears to have something to do with global warming.

Our Winters are just not as cold as they used to be. I saw Geese that never bothered going South. They just stayed here.

The Audubon Society also keeps track of disease that might harm bird populations. Like West Nile for instance.

They are also on the lookout for industry that may be damaging a bird's natural habitat and as a result, seriously hindering the growth of the species.

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