Smithsonian National Zoo in Northwest Washington in Washington, District of Columbia — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
How to Drink Coffee and Save Birds
Smithsonian's National Zoo
— 125 Years —
Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), December 17, 2017
In the early 1990s, Smithsonian Migratory Bird Center (SMBC) scientists found that shade farms, where coffee is grown within forest-like settings, provide refuge for migratory and resident birds, in contrast to conventional open-sun coffee farms without shade trees.
By 1998, to reward traditional coffee farming, SMBC developed the Bird-Friendly coffee certification. It is the only seal that ensures 100% organic shade-grown coffee. That's good for the birds, the farmers and the ecosystem!
Erected by Smithsonian Institution.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Agriculture • Animals • Industry & Commerce. A significant historical year for this entry is 1990.
Location. 38° 55.712′ N, 77° 2.849′ W. Marker is in Northwest Washington in Washington, District of Columbia. It is in Smithsonian National Zoo. Marker is on Olmstead Walk. On the grounds of the Smithsonian National Zoological Garden. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 3001 Connecticut Avenue Northwest, Washington DC 20008, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Prairie Dogs (a few steps from this marker); Lions and Tigers (a few steps from this marker); A Fiberglass Film Star (a few steps from this marker); Maned Wolf / Przewalski's Horse (within shouting distance of this marker); Ostrich / Domestic Horse (within shouting distance of this marker); Bald Eagle (within shouting distance of this marker); Black-footed Ferret / Giraffe (within shouting distance of this marker); A Book Brings A Dinosaur To Life (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Northwest Washington.
Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), December 17, 2017
Credits. This page was last revised on January 30, 2023. It was originally submitted on December 17, 2017, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 145 times since then and 7 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on December 17, 2017, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.