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  • The Big Why: How is climate change affecting Montana birds? A yellow-and-black western meadowlark sings while perched on a weathered wooden post. Overlaid text reads, “How is climate change affecting Montana birds?” alongside Montana Public Radio and “The Big Why” logos.
    Montana News
    How is climate change affecting Montana birds?
    Ellis Juhlin, Austin Amestoy
    Have you had any unexpected bird sightings this winter? Maybe you saw birds in unexpected places or times. Or maybe birds you expected never showed up. You're not alone. Bird researchers – and an observant listener – have noticed, too. That listener wants to know: What do we know about how climate change is impacting birds, both in and out of Montana?