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Sandhill Cranes and Northern Pintails. Photo: Tom Barnwell/Audubon Photography Awards
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Building Better Habitat, One Songbird at a Time
May 08, 2026 — A tiny migratory bird is finding its voice again in northeast Los Angeles
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A serpentine outcrop sprouting Serpentine Monardella on Ring Mountain.
The Unexpected Wealth of Serpentine Habitats
May 07, 2026 — How a thin, highly toxic soil provides essential conditions for native plants and birds to thrive in California.
CALIFORNIA Richardson Bay Audubon Center
Parenting Under Pressure: California’s Snowy Plovers Deserve Protected Spots to Nest and Thrive
April 28, 2026 — A recent win at Oceano Dunes and our hopes for a safer shore
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Remembering Dr. Sandy DeSimone
April 17, 2026 — From mentoring PhD students to inspiring children learning about the canyon’s owls and imperiled habitats, Sandy’s 30 years of commitment to Starr Ranch and passion for conservation left an incredible legacy of impact.
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Picture of Camila Bautista in front of a birding scope, at the Salton Sea
Audubon California’s Camila Bautista Appointed to Salton Sea Conservancy Board
April 13, 2026 — As the Habitat Representative for the conservancy board, our Salton Sea & Deserts Program Manager will champion conservation and public access at the Sea for birds and local communities
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Protecting Birds in a Changing Ocean: How California Marine IBAs Can Guide Ocean Planning
April 02, 2026 — California’s Marine Important Bird Areas provide highly productive habitat for a diversity of seabirds.Understanding how birds use these protected ocean patches can also help steer conservation efforts.
CALIFORNIA Coasts and Oceans
A Look Back for Audubon California's 30-Year Anniversary
April 02, 2026 — Celebrating a Long History of Conservation Milestones in California
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Audubon California’s 2026 State Legislative Priorities
April 02, 2026 — How Audubon California’s 2026 priorities help protect the water and habitat birds need, support safe water for communities, expand access to nature for all, and celebrate the 50th anniversary of the California Coastal Act.
CALIFORNIA Policy & Advocacy
The 2026 Salton Sea Leadership Program Is Underway!
March 15, 2026 — Get to know this year’s cohort, building community and leadership around the Sea
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Congrats to the California Chapter Recipients of 2026 Audubon in Action and Collaborative Grants
February 21, 2026 — Explore how California chapters are advancing Audubon’s strategic priorities across the state.
CALIFORNIA Audubon Chapters