NVBA News Blog
American Robin. Photo: Mick Thompson/Audubon Photography Awards
Welcome to the blog for Northern Virginia Bird Alliance, a wealth of resources about northern Virginia birds, wildlife, habitat conservation and restoration, native plants, wildlife-friendly gardening, advocacy and more.
It’s October, Which is Spider Time!
October is spider time! These mysterious 8-legged creatures capture our imaginations this time of year, but they also provide great benefits to both humans and birds.
Fake Spiderwebs: A Hidden Halloween Hazard for Birds
As Halloween approaches, one decoration deserves to stay on the store shelf: synthetic spiderwebs. While these stretchy strands might seem like harmless fun, they're creating a serious threat to birds in our communities.