Birds Tell Us to Act on Climate
Pledge to stand with Audubon to call on elected officials to listen to science and work towards climate solutions.
Emily Silber, an alumna of Columbia University's Graduate School of Journalism, is a freelancer based in NYC. She's a former editorial fellow of Audubon.
Articles by Emily Silber
Birds In The News
Is This House Finch Feeling The Bern?
March 28, 2016 — Here's how Audubon IDed the bird that upstaged Bernie Sanders in Oregon.
Birds In The News
Officials Shocked as More Bald Eagles Turn Up Dead in the Northeast
March 25, 2016 — A killing spree has now hit Delaware—leaving five dead eagles in its wake.
Birds In The News
How A 60-Year-Old Shipwreck Is Still Hurting Birds Today
March 15, 2016 — Oil from the S.S. Jacob Luckenbach has killed over 50,000 birds . . . and four of them died just this winter.
Conservation
California Condors Achieve a Happy New Milestone
February 26, 2016 — For the first time in decades, the odds are looking more in the condors’ favor.
Birding
What Valentine's Day Birds Can Tell You About Your Love Life
February 12, 2016 — In ancient times, birds were used to predict the future. Here’s what they could reveal about your soul mate to-be.
Birds In The News
What Became Of Brooklyn’s Painted Bunting?
February 5, 2016 — The rainbow-colored bird that caught the attention of thousands has left the city. But where did he go?
Birds In The News
Oldest Tagged Albatross Wisdom to Be a Mom Again
February 4, 2016 — Wisdom has raised dozens of chicks, but her species is in trouble. Here’s how you can help.
News
Gimme Shelter: How Do Birds Survive A Snow Storm?
January 22, 2016 — Birds are incredibly resourceful in the face of severe winter weather.
Books
The 12 Best Bird Books of 2015
December 23, 2015 — Our favorite reads of the year include a guide to the world of gonzo birds, a best-selling falconry memoir, field handbooks, and more.