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Cities could be safer for birds

By Hicbd
Wed Jan 12 2022 8:28 am

"Architectural elements like awnings, screens, grilles, shutters and verandas deter birds from hitting buildings. Opaque glass also provides a warning. Birds see ultraviolet light, which humans cannot. Some manufacturers are now developing glass with patterns using a mixed UV wavelength range that alerts birds but has no effect on human sight."

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https://theconversation.com/buildings-kill-millions-of-birds-heres-how-to-reduce-the-toll-130695
https://www.bloomberg.com/news/features/2022-01-04/how-to-design-buildings-to-prevent-bird-crashes
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2019/apr/07/how-many-birds-killed-by-skyscrapers-american-cities-report

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Buildings Architecture / Home and Building Design Cities Birds Skyscrapers

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