“Immediate conservation needed for birds that have experienced the steepest population losses.” That’s how the 2025 State of the Birds report characterized the situation facing 112 birds who have lost more than half of their populations in the last 50 years. Out of these, the Rufous Hummingbird and 36 other species are categorized as Orange Alert Tipping Point Species—having experienced long-term population losses and accelerated declines within the past decade. At a time when one-third of U.S. bird species are in need of conservation action, we must urgently flock together for their protection.

Giving Tuesday is almost over—and with it, your opportunity to have your first monthly gift MATCHED to help bring vulnerable birds like the Rufous Hummingbird back from the brink. Will you be one of the 59 bird lovers we need to step up before midnight?