The National Conservation Training Center Conservation Lecture Series Presents:
“Preventing Bird Collisions with Windows: Local Action, Global Impact” with Richard Novak, Wildlife Biologist, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Hearing the thud of a bird hitting your window is an all too familiar occurrence for many of us. These collisions often result in injury or death of the bird, and window strikes are a leading cause of nationwide bird mortality annually. Fortunately, simple actions can be taken by home and business owners to protect birds by reducing the risk of birds striking glass surfaces. In this presentation, Richard Novak of the US Fish & Wildlife Service will discuss the bird window collision issue and how small-scale local actions make a big impact on international bird conservation. Richard will also share information on simple and cost-effective measures you can implement at home to prevent bird strikes and make buildings safer. After his auditorium presentation, Richard will demonstrate how to apply bird friendly film on outdoor windows at NCTC (weather permitting).
Richard Novak is an endangered species biologist in the Pennsylvania Field Office of the US Fish & Wildlife Service. He conducts Endangered Species Act consultations, has key roles in species status assessments, works closely with agency partners in conservation, and shares conservation with the public through outreach. While his studies focused on aquatic animals such as fish and freshwater turtles, Richard has always been fascinated by birds. He feels grateful to have the opportunity through his job to be involved with avian conservation and connect people with the birds around them. He holds a B.S. in wildlife and fisheries science and an M.S. in ecology from The Pennsylvania State University.
Join us to learn how simple, low-cost actions can help prevent bird collisions and protect wildlife in your own backyard.
Location: Byrd Auditorium, National Conservation Training Center 698 Conservation Way, Shepherdstown, WV 25443
Free and open to the public – No tickets or reservations required. All are welcome!
This lecture will be recorded and available online August 7, 2025, at 2:00 pm ET
The NCTC Conservation Lecture Series is co-sponsored by The Friends of the NCTC, and the Potomac Valley Audubon Society. For more information, please contact Mark Madison (304-876-7276) mark_madison@fws.gov.