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  WELCOME TO THE MICHIGAN BLUEBIRD SOCIETY!

Helping bluebirds since 2004!

Male bluebird feeding a female bluebird - photo courtesy of Dave Kinneer

The Michigan Bluebird Society is a group of individuals dedicated to helping bluebirds and other native cavity nesting bird species in the state of Michigan. We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and an affiliate of the North American Bluebird Society. 

Why There is a Need to Help Bluebirds and What You Can Do

Because of habitat loss, environmental pollution, and competition of non-native bird species (House Sparrows and European Starlings), bluebirds have suffered large declines compared to their original numbers. However, bluebirds have been shown to thrive in areas where there is human-provided housing that is actively monitored. As a result, through the efforts of many people, bluebirds have increased in numbers in the last 15 years.  Putting up a nest box is the easiest and most important thing you can do.  Not only are you helping bluebirds to populate, but watching a pair of adults build a nest, lay eggs, and feed their young is one of the most enjoyable and rewarding things you will ever experience.  Just ask any bluebird landlord - you'll be hooked and changed forever!

The Michigan Bluebird Society is an affiliate of the North American Bluebird Society.

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Michigan Bluebird News......

                                      Winter is here

Winter has arrived and it is not taking long to show us how nasty winter can be.  You are likely seeing few, if any, bluebirds.  Don't worry they are around.  Or if you are in an area where they do not spend the winter they will be back.  If you do have bluebirds around please remember them when the weather is so cold.  It is much harder for them to find food now, so help them out.  See our Feeding Bluebirds page for ideas on how to help them.

If you have not already done so it is time to clean out your nest boxes and if possible put them away for the winter.  You could leave a couple up in case there are birds around who want to use one as a roost box this winter.  It is also time to get your heated birdbath out.  That will attract the bluebirds if they are still around.

Have you sent us your End of Season Nesting Report?  If not please see our Downloads page for a couple different options to send the data to us.

Please don't hesitate to contact MBS with any questions or problems you might have.  We are available to assist you in your bluebirding efforts.  To find a County Coordinator near you or for a general contact at the MBS, please go to Contact Us.