We often think of symbols of conservation in terms of the larger than life animals such as the wolf, bear, or bison, but birds are ambassadors for wildlife as well.
Most people may never get the chance to see a wolf in the wild, but almost everyone will see songbirds up-close and personal, and likely already have, at some point in their lives.
People who are unaware of the importance of conservation may have a spark ignited in them once they participate in bird feeding or bird watching. Sometimes all it takes is a single interaction and a lifelong interest in birds can be born. Once that connection is made, some will do all they can to interact, in whatever way they have available to them, be it a bird feeder, a bird bath, a park, a forest hike, videos on YouTube, or visiting a bird sanctuary.
Learning about these beautiful creatures and fostering the bird lover in you may begin with such simple things as putting out feeders, bird baths, planting native Florida plants, and avoiding pesticide use.
Birds will always pay you back in improved quality of life for the time and effort you invest in them and their care. Observe, provide for, and enjoy your birds!