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It’s peak migration season — a dangerous time for birds. Here’s how you can help.

In September through mid-October, we see peak nocturnal bird migration numbers in our area. Last night alone, 87, 400 birds crossed Montgomery County. More than 36 million have flown over our mountains this season so far. But their journey is treacherous. Virginia Tech experts Dana Hawley and Ashley Dayer explain the threats birds face during migration, and what we can do to help them get where they are going.

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n September through mid-October, we see peak nocturnal bird migration numbers in our area. Last night alone, 87, 400 birds crossed Montgomery County. More than 36 million have flown over our mountains this season so far. But their journey is treacherous. Virginia Tech experts Dana Hawley and Ashley Dayer explain the threats birds face during migration, and what we can do to help them get where they are going.

migrating birds

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