unpajaroenmiventana.com
Last updated: August 30, 2026.
1. General Information
The information provided on unpajaroenmiventana.com (“the Website” or “Un Pájaro en Mi Ventana”) is offered for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. All content reflects the personal opinion, experience, and knowledge of its author, María, and does not constitute professional advice of any kind (ornithological, biological, veterinary, environmental, legal, financial, or otherwise).
This Website is operated from Spain (European Union) and is accessible to users worldwide, including the United States. Nothing on this Website is intended to create a professional-client relationship between the Owner and any reader or user.
2. Birdwatching Advice and Wildlife Attraction Tips
The tips, identification guides, and recommendations for attracting birds published on this Website are based on the author’s personal experience observing birds from her window and in her neighborhood, as well as general ornithological sources. They are not a substitute for professional advice from ornithologists, wildlife biologists, or environmental managers.
The presence and behavior of birds depend on many factors beyond the Owner’s control, including geographic location, season, weather conditions, food and water availability in the surrounding area, presence of predators, level of urbanization, and migratory routes. The Owner does not guarantee that birds will visit the user’s balcony, terrace, or garden by following the Website’s recommendations.
Seasonal recommendations and sighting calendars are primarily oriented toward the climate and birdlife of the Iberian Peninsula and Mediterranean environment, and may not be applicable to other regions without adaptation.
3. Species Identification
Bird identifications provided on the Website are made with the greatest possible care, but the author is not a professional ornithologist. Identifications are based on direct observation, photographs, and consultation of field guides, and may contain errors.
The Owner is not responsible for incorrect identifications or any consequences that may arise from them. If in doubt about a species, especially if dealing with an injured, sick, or protected bird, please contact a local ornithological association, a wildlife rehabilitation center, or the relevant environmental authorities (in the US, you may contact your state’s Fish and Wildlife agency or the US Fish and Wildlife Service).
4. Wildlife Interaction and Protection Laws
Users should be aware that many bird species are protected by Spanish law (Ley 42/2007 on Natural Heritage and Biodiversity, and Royal Decree 139/2011 on the List of Wild Species under Special Protection), European law (Directive 2009/147/EC on the conservation of wild birds), and, where applicable, by the user’s local laws (such as the Migratory Bird Treaty Act in the United States).
In particular, it is prohibited in most jurisdictions to capture, retain, intentionally disturb, destroy nests or eggs, or trade in wild birds without proper authorization. This Website exclusively promotes respectful, non-invasive, distance-based bird observation.
The Owner is not responsible for any actions users may take regarding wildlife after reading the Website’s content. It is the user’s responsibility to know and comply with applicable wildlife protection laws in their locality.
5. Injured or Sick Birds
If you find an injured, sick bird, or an apparently abandoned chick, the Website may offer general guidance, but the Owner strongly recommends contacting a wildlife rehabilitation center, SEPRONA (Spain’s Nature Protection Service), or the equivalent service in your area (in the US, contact your local wildlife rehabilitator or state Fish and Wildlife agency). Do not attempt to treat, feed, or retain wild birds without specialized knowledge, as improper handling may worsen their condition or be illegal.
The Owner is not responsible for harm to birds or legal consequences arising from the user’s handling of wildlife.
6. Health and Safety
Wild birds can carry diseases (such as salmonellosis, psittacosis, or avian influenza) and parasites. The Owner recommends not handling wild birds directly, washing hands after cleaning feeders or bird baths, and keeping these devices clean to prevent the spread of disease among birds.
The Website may mention bird food products (seeds, suet balls, mixes, etc.). Users should ensure they use food appropriate for the species in their area and avoid offering harmful items (such as bread, salted or processed foods). The Owner is not responsible for consequences arising from the use of inappropriate food.
7. Accuracy of Content
The Owner endeavors to ensure that the information published on the Website is accurate, current, and based on reliable ornithological and naturalistic sources. However, no guarantee is made as to the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of all content.
Ornithology is a constantly evolving field, and information about species distribution, taxonomy, behavior, and conservation status may be revised or updated with new studies. The Owner is not responsible for any errors, omissions, or outdated information.
8. Affiliate Links and Sponsored Content
This Website may contain affiliate links and advertising that help support the project financially. When you make a purchase through an affiliate link (bird feeders, bird baths, nesting boxes, binoculars, field guides, ornithology books, etc.), the Owner may receive a commission at no additional cost to you. This is disclosed in accordance with the FTC’s Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising (16 CFR Part 255).
The Owner is committed to recommending only products and services considered useful, respectful of bird welfare, and of quality. However, opinions expressed are personal, and the Owner is not responsible for the quality, performance, or results of third-party products promoted through the Website.
9. Website Availability
The Owner does not guarantee continuous or uninterrupted availability of the Website. Temporary interruptions may occur due to technical reasons, maintenance, updates, or causes beyond the Owner’s control (such as server or Internet network failures).
The Owner shall not be liable for any damages of any nature arising from the unavailability or interruption of the Website.
10. User Responsibility
You are responsible for making appropriate use of the Website and the information contained therein. Any decision you make based on the content of the Website (such as installing feeders, choosing seeds, interacting with birds, or purchasing birdwatching equipment) is made at your own risk.
In particular, you acknowledge that birdwatching advice and wildlife attraction tips are followed at your own risk, and that the Owner shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or other damages arising from the use of the information provided.
11. Third-Party Content
The Website may contain links, references, or embedded content from third parties (such as nature videos, bird song recordings, social media posts, eBird maps, or resources from ornithological associations). The Owner does not control and is not responsible for third-party content, nor does the Owner guarantee its availability, accuracy, or legality.
12. Use by Minors
The Website is directed at a general audience of all ages. However, it is recommended that minors use the Website under the supervision of their parents, guardians, or legal representatives, especially regarding the handling of their personal data and interaction with wildlife (to prevent improper handling of birds, nests, or chicks).
In compliance with the US Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without verifiable parental consent. If you believe a child has submitted personal information, please contact us so we can promptly remove it.
13. Changes to This Disclaimer
The Owner reserves the right to modify this Disclaimer at any time without prior notice. Changes will be effective from the moment of their publication on the Website.