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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.
​
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
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    • Leadership Giving
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    • Volunteer >
      • Volunteer Code of Conduct
    • Support Georgia Audubon When You Shop
    • Scholarship Fund
  • Conservation
    • Climate Change
    • Wildlife Sanctuary Program >
      • Wildlife Sanctuary Requirements
      • Sanctuary Resources
    • Habitat Restoration >
      • Piedmont Park Exhibitat
    • Building Collisions >
      • Project Safe Flight
      • Lights Out Georgia
      • Collision Resources
    • Species of Concern >
      • Ruby-throated Hummingbird
      • Chimney Swift
      • Wood Thrush
      • Brown-headed Nuthatch
    • Advocacy >
      • Okefenokee Swamp
    • Plants for Birds >
      • Plant Sales
    • Coffee and Chocolate
  • Education
    • For Youth >
      • Atlanta Urban Ecologists
      • Atlanta Urban Ecologists II
      • Georgia Audubon Bird Stories
      • Homeschool
      • Scouts
      • Youth Birding Competition
      • Camp Talon
      • Conservation Career Resources
    • For Educators >
      • School Programs
      • Learning About Birds Curriculum
      • Professional Development
      • Connecting Students with STEM Through Birds
      • Resources
    • Master Birder Program
    • Community Outreach
    • Scholarships
    • Digital Resources
  • Go Birding
    • Field Trips
    • Injured/Orphaned Birds
    • Accessibility
    • Birding Sites in Georgia
    • Travel >
      • Montana 2022
      • Argentina 2022
      • New Jersey 2022
      • Eastern South Africa 2023
      • Northern Minnesota 2023
      • Colombia
      • SE Arizona 2023
      • Madagascar
    • Georgia Birding Network
    • Community Science
    • Birding Resources
    • Program Participant Safety
    • Why Birds?
  • News & Events
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      • In the News
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    • Georgia Bird Fest
    • News Feed
    • Georgia Grows Native for Birds Month >
      • Wildlife Sanctuary Tour
    • Monthly Meetings >
      • Early Birds Book Club
    • Newsletters
  • About Us
    • Mission and Programs
    • Equity, Diversity, Inclusion
    • Annual Report
    • Board and Staff
    • Best Management Practices
    • Job Opportunities
    • Our History
    • Contact Us