Ted talks bird sanctuaries

Ted here, talking about some exciting news! The Harmony Wildlife property has officially been certified as a Bird Sanctuary by The Habitat Connection!

The certification recognizes the property’s importance as a vital refuge for birds and reflects our commitment to protecting and improving habitats for the wildlife that depend on it. By supporting native vegetation, providing food and shelter, and protecting the land from development, we’ve carved out a safe haven for birds and other wildlife that live, feed, nest, and migrate through the Harmony Wildlife property.

The Habitat Connection is a local 501(c)(3) organization that works with private property owners to regenerate native habitats to improve ecosystem health and connectivity. You can get your property certified, too! They work with homeowners, no matter what size the property. The process is simple: once you sign up, they work with you to turn your yard into a beautiful and biodiverse refuge for native Tennessee birds. They deliver a personalized, two-hour, on-site consultation, an in-depth recommendations report, and ongoing support to help you complete the certification. Bonus: once your property is certified, you receive a great-looking sign to display in your yard!

On our site visit, they provided a ton of useful information, including ideas for adding water sources, planting native species, and removing invasives. I learned a lot and now have a clearer understanding of areas where we can improve. I’m so excited to implement the plan we put together. Big thanks to John, Tonya, Melinda, and Robin for making this happen!

We hope our new sign might convince neighbors and visitors to consider doing the same to support Tennessee’s birds.

For more information about The Habitat Connection’s Bird Sanctuary Certification Program, visit their website.

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