Urban_Bird_Foundation
Urban Bird Foundation
American bird conservation organization
Urban Bird Foundation is a United States-based, 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded in 2008 by Scott Artis[1][2][3] with a mission to "protect, defend, rescue and conserve bird life" in and adjacent to urban and suburban areas.[4][5] Formerly named the Burrowing Owl Conservation Network, having changed its name in October 2013,[6][7][8] it was dedicated to "the protection and restoration of burrowing owls and promoting the preservation and careful management of habitat to prevent loss, foster healthy populations, and maintain intact natural communities for an ecologically sound future."[9][10] The organization is active in California political intervention aimed at burrowing owl protection, and fundraising used for conservation, education and outreach, raptor research, and advocacy.[11][12] The organization's efforts include habitat protection, ecosystem restoration, collaborations with private lands owners, government agencies and non-profit organizations, and installation of artificial burrows.[13][14]
The organization was originally named "Friends of East Bay Owls" and its mission was focused on protecting burrowing owls and habitat in East Bay.[9][15] The organization's mission and work has expanded throughout California and North America.[9] The organization is headquartered in American Canyon, California.