Wichita Public Library

Tuesday Topics: 3 Billion Birds Lost and What To Do About It

Learn about efforts being done to improve bird populations with the Audubon of Kansas

A recent study revealed that we have lost one in four individual birds since 1970, amounting to nearly 3 billion birds.  However, not all species declined and some habitats experienced more decline than others.  Dr. Jackie Augustine, Audubon of Kansas Executive Director, will explain how this was estimated and describe trends in the data with respect to species and habitats. She will also share ways you can prevent further losses through advocacy for environmentally-friendly legislation or through habitat improvements in your own neighborhood. 

Jackie Augustine joined Audubon of Kansas (AOK) in January 2021 as Executive Director.  She received her doctorate degree in biology at Kansas State University studying the mating behavior of Greater Prairie-Chickens.  As Executive Director, Jackie works to support AOK's three-fold mission of advocacy, conservation, and education.  She is also a birdwatcher devoted to providing native plants around her home.