This is bird note.

Birds have lost many habitats they've called home for millions of years,

but people can help create bird habitats wherever they live.

It all begins with native plants.

They're the building blocks of a healthy, diverse habitat.

If there are organizations planting native species around town,

volunteering with them is a great way to support healthy ecosystems where you live,

and meet like-minded folks, too.

If you have a yard, or even just a few outdoor plant pots, you can offer native plants to birds,

butterflies, and other wildlife.

Visit birdnote.org to find online tools that show you plant species ideal for your location.

And you can go further by getting your garden approved as a certified wildlife habitat,

a program of the National Wildlife Federation.

By demonstrating that you're providing food, water, shelter, places to raise young,

and are using sustainable practices, you can get a sign that lets everyone know your garden is more than a garden.

It's certified wildlife habitat.

Bird Note has inspired millions of people to take action for birds.

Learn more about the difference you can make at birdnote.org.

I'm Ariana Rimmel.