1,000 birds died at McCormick Place due to building collisions, prompting installation of bird-safe window film.

In Chicago, avian enthusiasts, including the Chicago Bird Collision Monitors, are combating the dangers high-rise buildings pose to migrating birds. Each spring and fall, many birds collide with structures, resulting in injuries and fatalities. Following the death of 1,000 birds at McCormick Place last fall, the convention center installed bird-safe window film. This $1.2 million project shows promise in reducing bird deaths, while efforts to educate on safer building practices continue.

October 11, 2024
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