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Audubon California News

Read the latest news and updates from Audubon in California.
Sandhill Cranes and Northern Pintails. Photo: Tom Barnwell/Audubon Photography Awards

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Latest news across California
A Western Sandpiper looks for food along the shoreline
How changes at the Salton Sea might be fueling the smallest migrants
June 24, 2024 — Our latest study shows how biofilm may be providing the biofuel that migratory shorebirds need
CALIFORNIA
A California Quail perches on top of a small bush in a field. One row of bushes and trees in the foreground is in focus, along with the quail, while other bushes are out of focus or blurred. The scene is a muted brown and orange, with layers of light and
Two California Photographers Honored in 2024 Audubon Photography Awards
June 20, 2024 — Congratulations to Kevin Lohman and Parham Pourahmad
CALIFORNIA
Audubon CA joined Tribal Leaders, Elected Officials, and Residents to Support a Chuckwalla National Monument at DOI Listening Session 
June 14, 2024 — More than 700 supporters attended to urge protection of this unique California desert region for biodiversity, cultural heritage, economic benefits, and more.
CALIFORNIA
Snowy Plover at the Salton Sea Shore
A Shorebird Lover’s Paradise at the Salton Sea
May 29, 2024 — Conducting community science during a glorious spring migration for the Intermountain West Shorebird Survey
CALIFORNIA
Chuckwalla coalition members hike in Painted Canyon
Audubon CA Thanks Secretary Haaland for Visit to Proposed Chuckwalla National Monument
May 21, 2024 — Coalition urged the protection of region's biodiverse desert land for local communities and future generations
CALIFORNIA
Chuckwalla National Monument FAQ
May 20, 2024 — A special place in the California desert
CALIFORNIA
A young boy walks along the beach, with shorebirds and kayakers in the background
CA’s Revised Budget Highlights Critical Need for a Climate Bond
May 20, 2024 — Governor Newsom's May Revise proposed budget wrestles with cuts in important climate and conservation programs
CALIFORNIA
ACR team with Chef Dennis Sydnor in front of the Pebble Beach Food & Wine Festival Sign
Bird’s-Eye View from Pebble Beach Food & Wine Festival
May 07, 2024
CALIFORNIA
The Chuckwalla National Monument Coalition group photo
Effort to Proclaim Chuckwalla National Monument Accelerates with Announcement of Bicameral Legislation
April 16, 2024 — Audubon and broad coalition of Tribal, community and conservation organizations call for protection of more than 620,000 acres of California desert
CALIFORNIA
Join us in Celebrating Women in Conservation at Audubon California!
March 29, 2024 — Meet some of our passionate team members.
CALIFORNIA
News from the Audubon Center at Debs Park
News from the Richardson Bay Audubon Center and Sanctuary