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We protect birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow, in the Golden State and throughout the hemisphere.
Black-necked Stilts are one of the many shorebirds that need our help. Photo: Peter Brannon/Audubon Photography Awards

Centers and Sanctuaries in California

Kern River Preserve
Weldon, CA
An overhead photo of the Audubon Center at Debs Park.
Audubon Center at Debs Park
Los Angeles, CA
Parking lot
Hiking trails
Bathrooms
Group meeting space
Venue rental
Starr Ranch Sanctuary
Trabuco Canyon, CA
Richardson Bay Audubon Center & Sanctuary
Richardson Bay Audubon Center and Sanctuary
Tiburon, CA
Hiking trails
Bathrooms
Pollinator garden
Picnic area
Parking lot

From the West Coast’s largest estuary in San Francisco Bay to the shores of Mission Bay, and from the wetlands of the Central Valley to the Salton Sea, Audubon California has worked for decades to protect birds, people, and the places they share.

600
species of birds protected.
118K
members.
48
local, independent chapters engaged in grassroots conservation.
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Read 2025 Salton Sea Science Brief Now!
Shifting Habitat Conditions at the Salton Sea Create New Opportunities for Conservation
Surprising increase in wetlands provides habitat for shorebirds.
¡Descubre el informe 2025!
El cambio en las condiciones del hábitat del Salton Sea crea nuevas oportunidades de conservación
El sorprendente aumento de los humedales constituye un hábitat para las aves playeras.

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A Look Back for Audubon California's 30-Year Anniversary

As Audubon California marks 30 years in 2026, we’re also celebrating a conservation legacy in California that spans far longer. Long before we were...
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Audubon California Stories
Victory! Federal Judge Rules Administration’s Bird-Killing Policy is Illegal
August 12, 2020 — Ruling is a victory in lawsuit by Audubon, California and seven other states to block administration rollback of the Migratory Bird Treaty Act.
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The Fight for Marine Algae
August 11, 2020 — Why we must protect kelp and algae along the California coast as the foundation of the marine ecosystem for birds.
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Great American Outdoors Act Will Benefit Birds, People, and Parks across California
July 22, 2020 — With approval from Congress, the Great American Outdoors Act goes to the president to sign.
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Success! Audubon's Virtual Advocacy Day Delivers Wins for Birds
July 01, 2020 — Audubon supporters hold 50 meetings with state representatives to speak up for birds.
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How Bowles Farming Company Supports People and Birds - Even During a Pandemic
June 10, 2020 — Interview with Cannon Michael, a sixth generation San Joaquin Valley farmer.
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Promoting a Safe Outdoors for All
June 04, 2020 — Sarah Rose, Audubon California's Executive Director, reflects on the need to create a safer outdoors for all.
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Audubon Statement on Incident in Central Park’s Ramble
May 29, 2020
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More than 175 Leading Scientists Unite to Protect California’s Biodiversity
May 29, 2020
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Laguna Salton Sea
Se necesita todo un pueblo: Dr. Ryan Sinclair y la ciencia comunitaria
May 20, 2020 — Conversamos con Dr. Ryan Sinclair de Loma Linda University de la ciencia comunitaria, la justicia ambiental, y de la proliferaciones de algas en el área de la laguna Salton Sea.
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Balloon mapping
It Takes a Village: Dr. Ryan Sinclair and Community Science at the Salton Sea
May 18, 2020 — We sit down for an interview with Dr. Ryan Sinclair to talk about the value of community science work, environmental justice, and algal blooms at the Salton Sea.
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Long-billed Dowitcher Photo: Patrick Wardle/Audubon Photography Awards

Audubon's Impact in California 2025

The Audubon Onward report provides important updates and conservations gains through our forward-looking plan to address the mounting threats of climate change and biodiversity loss—threats that not only impact birds, but people and the planet, too
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California’s Bird of the Year 2026

To celebrate Audubon California’s 30th anniversary, eight remarkable birds are facing off in our Bird of the Year Tournament.

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