09/03/2026
Peak migration season has arrived, and birds are already taking to the skies. Over the next few weeks, millions of birds will traverse Texas as they embark on their journey to the winter.
During their migration, these birds rely heavily on the night sky for navigation. However, artificial light from buildings and homes poses a significant challenge. It disrupts their natural navigation, diverting them from their intended path and increasing the likelihood of collisions with windows and structures.
Fort Worth residents and businesses can help by turning off or reducing unnecessary lights during the fall migration season. These small changes to nighttime lighting can make a difference for birds passing through our community.
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โข Fall mgiration: Aug. 15-Nov. 30
โข Critical peak migration: Sept. 5-Oct. 29
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Turn off or dim outdoor lights between 11 p.m. and 6 a.m.Close blinds or curtains to reduce light shining through windows.Limit landscape lighting that illuminates trees, gardens and other areas where birds may rest.Use timers or motion sensors so outdoor lights are only on when needed.
You don't have to live or work downtown to participate. Reducing unnecessary light at night throughout Fort Worth can help migrating birds stay on course as they make their way through the city.
More here
https://www.fortworthtexas.gov/news/2026/9/Lights-Out-Fort-Worth