Last updated: July 18, 2026
Welcome to The Faunalist. These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of thefaunalist.com (the “Site”). By using the Site, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.
About Our Content
The Faunalist publishes educational guides about birds, backyard wildlife, and related topics. Our content is provided for general informational purposes only. It is not professional advice of any kind, including veterinary, medical, legal, or pest-control advice. Wild animals are unpredictable, and local conditions vary. Always use common sense around wildlife, follow the guidance of local wildlife authorities, and consult a qualified professional (such as a veterinarian or licensed wildlife rehabilitator) for situations involving injured, sick, or dangerous animals.
Laws about feeding wildlife, keeping poultry, trapping, and handling protected species differ by country, state, and even city. Many North American birds are protected under laws such as the Migratory Bird Treaty Act. You are responsible for knowing and complying with the laws that apply where you live.
Accuracy of Information
We research our guides carefully against recognized authorities and review them before publishing, but ornithology is a living science and we cannot guarantee that every detail is complete, current, or error-free. If you spot a mistake, please tell us and we will review and correct it.
Intellectual Property
Unless otherwise noted, the text, layout, tools, and original graphics on the Site are owned by The Faunalist and protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may view, share links to, and print pages for personal, non-commercial use. You may not copy, republish, scrape, or redistribute substantial portions of the Site without our prior written permission.
Some photographs on the Site are used under Creative Commons licenses from photographers and institutions via Wikimedia Commons. Where required, attribution and license details are provided in the image caption. Those images remain subject to the terms of their respective licenses, which may permit reuse under conditions set by the original creator.
Acceptable Use
- Do not use the Site in any way that violates applicable laws or regulations.
- Do not attempt to interfere with the Site’s operation, security, or availability.
- Do not use automated tools to scrape or harvest content or data at scale without permission.
- Do not misrepresent your affiliation with The Faunalist.
Advertising and Affiliate Links
The Site is supported by display advertising and affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. Advertisements and affiliate relationships do not influence our editorial conclusions. Full details are in our Affiliate and Advertising Disclosure.
Third-Party Links
The Site links to third-party websites, including research institutions, government agencies, and retailers. These links are provided for your convenience. We do not control third-party sites and are not responsible for their content, products, or practices.
Disclaimer of Warranties
The Site and its content are provided “as is” and “as available” without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied, including implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement. We do not warrant that the Site will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, The Faunalist and its operators shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or for any loss of data, revenue, or profits, arising out of or related to your use of the Site or its content, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages. Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits liability that cannot be excluded or limited under applicable law, including liability for intent or gross negligence.
Changes to the Site and These Terms
We may change, suspend, or discontinue any part of the Site at any time. We may also update these Terms from time to time; the “Last updated” date above shows the latest revision. Your continued use of the Site after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the Federal Republic of Germany, without regard to conflict-of-law principles, and without prejudice to any mandatory consumer protections that apply in your country of residence.
Contact
Questions about these Terms? Email [email protected] or visit our contact page.