Chapter Program

“Building Bird-Friendly Communities with Houston Audubon: How to Attract and Support Native Birds Wherever You Live, Work, and Play”, by Amber Leung

September 2024 Program Description

Birds are not only beautiful and fascinating creatures but they are also essential components of our healthy ecosystem. Despite their importance, bird populations across the United States have faced a staggering decline, with an estimated loss of 3 billion birds since the 1970s. This alarming trend highlights the urgent need for collective action to protect and restore bird populations.
Join Amber Leung of Houston Audubon as she delves into the factors driving this decline and explores how we can make a difference. Whether you live in an urban area, suburban neighborhood, or rural setting, there are practical steps you can take to create bird-friendly environments.  Anyone can play a role in safeguarding these vital species for future generations.  Ms. Leung will equip you with the knowledge and tools to attract and support native birds wherever you live, work, and play, ensuring that their songs and presence remain a cherished part of our world for years to come.

About Our Presenter

Amber Leung is the Nature Programs Manager for Houston Audubon.  She teaches about birds and the rest of the natural world at the Edith L Moore Nature Sanctuary in Houston.  Her love for the natural world was nurtured from an early age through camping and hiking adventures with her family in Austin. Her passion for birding took flight during a Coastal Ornithology course while pursuing a BS in Marine Sciences at Texas A&M University in Galveston. In 2015, Amber became a certified Texas Master Naturalist and went on to serve two terms as president of the Coastal Prairie Chapter. She is deeply committed to promoting the importance of all aspects of a healthy ecosystem, particularly those that are often overlooked. In her free time, Amber enjoys cultivating a native plant garden, creating wildlife-inspired art, and immersing herself in nature, where she delights in observing birds and reptiles.

Coastal Prairie Chapter programs are free and open to the public.  This program will be held in-person at the Rosenberg Civic Center, , 3825 TX-36, Rosenberg, TX 77471.

Please plan to arrive at 6:00 pm for refreshments and social time. The program starts at 7pm.

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After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

The Texas Master Naturalist program is sponsored by Texas Parks and Wildlife Department and Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service.