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A Changing Climate:
​A Changing Georgia

Brown Thrasher, by Una Davenhil

Survival by Degrees: 389 Species on the Brink

RECENT NATIONAL AUDUBON STUDY REVEALS CLIMATE CHANGE THREATENS 64% OF NORTH AMERICAN BIRDS 

​In October 2019 National Audubon released a groundbreaking new study titled Survival by Degrees: 389 Species on the Brink.  The report builds on the 2014 Birds and Climate Change Report using the latest climate science research methods and modeling, while significantly expanding the pool of data sources and bird records to capture a deeper, more extensive analysis of the effects of climate change on North American bird species.

The latest report shows that North American birds are more vulnerable than ever from rising temperatures and climate-related events like sea level rise, droughts, fires, and extreme weather.

​The good news is that the science also shows that if we take action now, we can improve the chances for the majority of species at risk from climate change.
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Our birds are telling us that it’s time to act now.
​
Click here to read the report

A Call to Action

​Audubon’s new science shows that nearly two-thirds (389 out of 604) of North American bird species are at risk of extinction from climate change. The good news is that our science also shows that if we take action now we can help improve the chances for 76% of species at risk.
Donate to Support Local climate action

How will georgia's birds be impacted?

PictureRed-headed Woodpecker, by Melanie Furr.
In Georgia 23% (or 58 species) of Georgia’s 254 bird species are vulnerable to climate change across seasons. A rapidly changing climate could lead to population declines and local extinctions if species are not able to adapt. In Georgia highly and moderately vulnerable birds may lose more than half of their current range—the geographic area where they live—as they are forced to search for suitable habitat and climate conditions elsewhere.


Click here to see how birds near you may be impacted

Georgia Species at Risk

The study identified the following species as being of highest concern in Georgia:
  • Red-headed Woodpecker
  • Fish Crow
  • Eastern Whip-poor-will
  • Brown-headed Nuthatch
  • Brown Thrasher
  • Nelson’s Sparrow
  • Eastern Towhee
  • Yellow-throated Warbler
Click here to see how birds in your area may be impacted

Download the Georgia State Report

​Five Climate-related Threats in Georgia

PictureAtlanta Skyline by Mark Chandler (Flickr Creative Commons)
The five primary climate-related threats in Georgia are as follows:
​
1) Sea level rise

2) Urbanization
3) Extreme Spring Heat
4) Heavy Rain
5) False Spring

Donate to support local climate action

What Can I do to help?

PictureCanopy photo, by Dottie Head.
  • View the Climate Action Handbook
  • Urge Congress to Support Climate Solutions
  • Work Locally on Climate
  • Plant Native Plants!
  • Reduce your use of energy at home and ask your elected officials to support energy-saving policies that reduce the overall demand for electricity.​
  • Join or donate to Georgia Audubon!​



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  • Home
    • Login
  • Ways to Give
    • Join/Renew
    • Donate
    • Leadership Giving
    • Planned Giving
    • Sponsorship Opportunities
    • Shop in our Online Store
    • Support Georgia Audubon When You Shop
  • Conservation
    • Climate Change
    • Wildlife Sanctuary Program >
      • Map of Georgia Audubon Sanctuaries
      • Wildlife Sanctuary Requirements
      • Sanctuary Resources
    • Habitat Stewardship Program
    • Habitat Restoration >
      • Piedmont Park Exhibitat
    • Building Collisions >
      • Project Safe Flight
      • Lights Out Georgia
      • Collision Resources
    • Species of Concern >
      • Chuck-will's-widow
      • Ruby-throated Hummingbird
      • Chimney Swift
      • Wood Thrush
      • Brown-headed Nuthatch
    • Plants for Birds >
      • Plant Sales
    • Coffee and Chocolate
  • Education
    • Learn
    • For Youth >
      • Georgia Urban Ecologists
      • Homeschool
      • Scouts
      • Youth Birding Competition
      • Camp Talon
    • For Educators >
      • School Programs
      • Learning About Birds Curriculum
      • Professional Development
      • Connecting Students with STEM Through Birds
      • Resources
    • Master Birder Program
    • Scholarships
  • Engagement
    • Field Trips
    • Volunteer >
      • Volunteer Code of Conduct
    • Program Requests
    • Community Science
    • Beloved Naturalist
    • Conservation Career Resources
    • Birding Resources >
      • Birding Sites in Georgia
      • Accessibility
      • Georgia Birding Network
      • Why Birds?
  • News & Events
    • Press Room >
      • In the News
    • Upcoming Events >
      • Program Participant Safety
    • Georgia Bird Fest
    • Travel >
      • Madagascar 2023
      • Southern California 2024
      • Costa Rica 2024
      • Big Bend & Hill Country TX 2024
      • Colorado 2024
      • Panama 2024
      • Montana 2024
      • Colombia 2024
    • News Feed
    • Georgia Grows Native for Birds Month
    • Georgia Audubon at Manuel's Tavern
    • Early Birds Book Club
    • Newsletters
  • About Us
    • Mission and Programs
    • Annual Report
    • Board and Staff
    • Injured/Orphaned Birds
    • Advocacy
    • Job Opportunities
    • Equity, Diversity, Inclusion
    • Best Management Practices
    • Our History
    • Contact or Visit Us