Events

*Out of the Fire, Into the Smoke: Emerging understanding of the effects of
smoke disturbance on birds by Dr. Olivia Sanderfoot, Cornell University (and UW-Madison alumna)

Wildfire activity is intensifying globally, exposing people and wildlife to
more frequent and intense smoke pollution. Here in Wisconsin, wildfire
smoke from megafires burning in the boreal forest has contributed to
hazardous air quality conditions in the spring and summer. Birds are likely
to be especially vulnerable to increased smoke disturbance due to their
sensitive respiratory systems.

Yet, we have so much more to learn about how wildfire smoke is impacting
birds and the ways in which smoke could be contributing to the decline of
our feathered friends. In this talk, Dr. Sanderfoot will share what we know
so far about how smoke impacts avian physiology, behavior, and reproductive
success and highlight opportunities for you to get involved in critical
research on this urgent conservation topic.

This engaging presentation will be followed by a Q&A session with Dr.
Sanderfoot.

*Co-hosted by Southern Wisconsin Bird Alliance, Northeastern Wisconsin Bird
Alliance, Wisconsin Society for Ornithology, Chequamegon Audubon Society,
SOS Save Our Songbirds, Audubon Society-UW Madison, and UW Green Bay Bird
Alliance.*