High-value changes
- Glass treatments that reduce collisions
- Native planting instead of decorative emptiness
- Less harsh overnight lighting where possible
- Green corridors that let birds move between spaces
Why this matters
- Urban birds face repeated small risks, not just one big problem
- Fragmented habitat makes feeding and nesting harder
- Minor design choices can scale across whole neighbourhoods
- People usually notice birds more once spaces support them better
Important: bird-friendly planning is most useful when it improves ordinary spaces, not just showcase projects.