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WELCOME TO THE MICHIGAN BLUEBIRD SOCIETY!
Celebrating 20 years of helping bluebirds!
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.
Video: Learn How To Become A Bluebird Landlord in 8 Minutes
Michigan Bluebird News......
Fall is here
It is hard to believe that summer is over and fall is here. There are signs of fall everywhere. Warmer days continue but the nights have that chilly fall feel. Migration has begun and many of the birds we so enjoyed seeing each day are gone for the year.
If you have not already done so, please be sure to send us your End of Season Nesting Report. See our Downloads page for a couple different options to send the data to us.
As always be sure to keep your birdbath full and clean. This will attract bluebirds (and other birds). Migration is slowly starting so you may see many new visitors to your bird bath.
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.