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Together, let's embark on a lifelong journey to enjoy, understand, and protect birds and the natural world.

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Bohemian Waxwing by Simon Villeneuve / Macaulay Library.

Cornell Lab Annual Report 2024

For conservation to succeed, it needs all the help we can marshall. That means combining our core strengths with partners’ expertise to extend our impact to all corners of the globe.

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Three people sitting in sand dunes with binoculars and walkie-talkie. — Monitoring Whimbrels on Deveaux Bank, South Carolina. *Photo by Andy Johnson.*

Science and Innovation

The Cornell Lab is powered by science, technology, and millions of people around the globe—people like you.

Map showing positive trends in the midwest into Canada and negative trends in the northeast — eBird Status and Trend Maps reveal how birds are faring across continental scales. Explore the map for Baltimore Oriole.

orange and black bird perches on a branch — Baltimore Oriole by Matthew Plante / Macaulay Library.

Join us and help create a future where birds, nature, and people can thrive.

People Power

We believe that people make the difference in every conservation challenge. Through participatory science projects, practical conservation actions, and broad partnerships, we offer limitless ways for you to deepen your interests and passions.

Wood Thrush by John Petruzzi / Macaulay Library with graphic by Sarah Serrousi
Seven Simple Actions to Help Birds
Tree Swallow by Marie Read
Find and monitor nests to help track success in the family lives of birdsNestWatch
Yellow Warbler courtesy of Bird Academy
Take an online course to transform your understanding of birdsBird Academy
Pileated Woodpecker and Blue Jay by Bird Cams
Watch wild birds from around the worldBird Cams
Northern Cardinal by Bob Dunlap / Macaulay Library
What’s that bird? Merlin Bird ID helps you find outMerlin
Golden-fronted Woodpecker by Marcy Barbosa / BirdSpotter
Enjoy birds at your feeder and share your observationsProject FeederWatch
Photo courtesy of eBird
Use eBird to save your birding memories and contribute needed dataeBird
Photo courtesy of CUBs
Connect with birds in your community with science, art, and eventsCelebrate Urban Birds
Calliope Hummingbird by Marya Moosman / Macaulay Library
Explore sights and sounds of animals from around the worldMacaulay Library
Photo by Susan Spear
Teach about birds with inquiry-based activities and curriculaK–12 Education
Cornell Botanical Gardens by Justin Muir
Make your passion for birds part of your college studiesStudent Resources
Photo courtesy of eBird
Find resources for young birdersYoung Birders Network

Science to Action

We work with communities around the globe to inspire and inform conservation. Your support helps us find solutions for a sustainable planet alive with the beauty of birds—where humans and wildlife can thrive.

Elephant by Scott Anger/Lost Bird Films
How We Use Sound to Help Protect Elephants from Poaching
Coffee beans by Gustave Axelson
How Can a Great Cup of Coffee Support Birds, Farmers, and Local Communities?
Philippine Eagle by Neil Rettig
Creating a New Chapter of Hope for One of the World’s Most Endangered Eagles

Education

We believe birds are a gateway to caring for the natural world. Help us spark curiosity and foster learning, starting with the earliest ages, through the college years, and lasting a lifetime. Our work aims to inspire and equip the next generation of science and conservation leaders.