This is Bird Note. I'm Ariana Rimmel.

In this special episode, we're asking you to donate at birdnote.org.

Bird Note is an independent non-profit that relies on listener support.

In other words, we rely on our flock.

In fall and winter, birds that might have spent the summers with just their mate

gather into flocks. Many winter flocks include members of different species

banding together to brave the cold. Songbirds in these flocks benefit from having

other birds nearby. They can recognize warning signals from other

species and follow them to sources of food.

Much like birds in winter, people can do a lot to help each other.

We think of bird notes audience as our flock, and we're much stronger together

than as individuals. But every single member of the flock counts, and every action is important.

Support from our listeners is what keeps bird note in the air and on the air.

Bird Note is an independent non-profit organization that relies on support

from listeners like you. This week, we're asking you to keep us flying strong

by making a donation now at birdnote.org. Thank you for being a part of the flock

and supporting the mission to share the joy of birds. Visit birdnote.org today.

Thank you.