Glass windows are a prominent feature in homes and buildings for the natural light and outside views they provide. While homes and buildings would be dark and dreary without them, windows are a detriment to the avian population. Since 1970, over 30% of the North American bird population has decreased. According to the American Bird Conservancy, nearly one billion birds die every year as a result of flying into windows. Up to half of those avian deaths are from hitting house windows. A way to prevent birds from flying into windows is by applying bird safety window film.
Why Do Birds Fly Into Windows?
Birds fly into windows because the clear glass reflects the sky or trees, making the window virtually invisible to them. Unsuspecting birds that fly into windows can be seriously hurt or killed due to the impact. Over half of birds that strike windows die, either as a result of their injuries or because they are more susceptible to predators.
How Bird Safety Window Film Helps
SOLYX® Bird Safety Films or SolarGard Bird Safety Films are designed with patterns that prevent birds from flying into the glass. The pattern disrupts the reflection in the glass, making it more obvious to birds, so they don’t accidentally strike the window. These films come in several different patterns, including:
- Vertical Stripes
- Horizontal Stripes
- Frosted Dot
- Frosted Bird
- Colored Bird
- Trellis
SOLYX Bird Safety Films and SolarGard Bird Safety Films are tested and reviewed by the American Bird Conservancy for efficacy. Studies show that bird safety window film reduces bird collisions by 94%. Applying bird safety film to homes and commercial buildings prevents birds from flying into the window to lower the number of avian injuries and death. In fact, the ATD Solar Film & Graphics installation team actually witnessed a flock of birds redirect its flight path to avoid a glass building outfitted with bird safety film immediately after the project’s completion.
Get Bird Safety Film for Your Home or Business
Although it’s hard to see how one person can impact the entire avian population, you can directly affect conservation efforts by investing in bird safety window film. Call ATD Solar Film & Graphics today to learn more about the types of bird safety film we offer and to receive a free quote.
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