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A young Least Tern prepares to eat as an adult Least Tern approaches with a fish in its mouth.
Hurricane Ian Rearranges Breeding Bird Habitat in Northeast and Southwest Florida
January 13, 2023
Audubon Florida Selects Officer Jody Criswell for 2022 Law Enforcement Officer Award
January 10, 2023 — The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Officer was recognized for her hard work to protect the habitats that make our state so special.
Audubon Florida Recognizes Michael Longo with 2022 Guy Bradley Award
January 10, 2023 — Each year, Audubon Florida recognizes an individual for their contributions to bird conservation with an award in Guy Bradley’s honor.
Audubon Florida Names Publix Super Markets as Distinguished Philanthropist for 2022
January 10, 2023 — Audubon Florida would not be able to deliver much-needed conservation results for our state without the generous support of our donors.
An American Oystercatcher walks on the sandy shore with the tide lapping up on the left side of the photo.
Banded Bird Sightings Tell a Story about American Oystercatcher Winter Behavior
January 10, 2023 — Florida’s beaches may be quieter in the winter, but the Sunshine State’s coldest months are important foraging and resting periods for vulnerable sea and shorebirds.
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Audubon Names Keith Laakkonen as Director at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary
January 09, 2023 — Florida native has a background in watershed management, environmental policy, wildlife ecology, prescribed fire management, and more.
Audubon's Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary
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Audubon Florida Recognizes Andrew Schumann with 2022 Special Places Award
January 08, 2023 — Florida’s wealth of natural resources is supported by iconic landscapes and habitats that are essential to Floridians’ quality of life.
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Audubon Florida Selects Mary Figg for 2022 Teddy Roosevelt Award
January 07, 2023 — President Theodore Roosevelt is credited with the founding of America’s National Park System and making land conservation a core American value.
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Audubon Florida Names Phyllis Hall Volunteer of the Year for 2022
January 07, 2023 — Phyllis Hall earned the Volunteer of the Year Award both for her dedication to birds and the places they need as well as consistently going above and beyond in her service to conservation.