Audubon Florida News

Mortimer, a Turkey Vulture
A New Enclosure Project Helps Ambassador Birds While Fostering the Next Generation of Avian Scientists
August 01, 2021 — Gaining insight into the preferred perches and habits of birds in their enclosures helps us create a healthy environment for these special species in captivity.
Audubon Celebrates Completion of Landmark Everglades Restoration Projects in 2021
August 01, 2021 — Removal of Tamiami Trail roadbed and Kissimmee River Restoration project overviews.
Man holding raptor.
Tampa Conservationist Creates Audubon Legacy with Estate Planning
August 01, 2021 — A simple act can make a lasting difference.
American Oystercatcher with leg bands.
Coastal Update 2021
August 01, 2021 — A Difficult But Successful Breeding Season.
Roseate Spoonbill nest.
Audubon Partners with Port Tampa Bay to Protect New Nesting Sites
July 30, 2021 — Every rookery counts, as a constellation of nesting sites is needed for the health of the colonies
kayaking the Kissimmee River
Kissimmee River Project - Largest Restoration Initiative of its Kind - Complete After Nearly 30 Years
July 27, 2021 — Audubon celebrates this critical milestone for Everglades restoration.
Wood Stork. Photo: Lisa Squicciarini/Audubon Photography Awards.
Florida Forever Program Sees Major Boost
July 22, 2021 — Florida Forever is the state’s premier land conservation program, acquiring parks and preserves to provide recreational opportunities, habitat for imperiled wildlife, and other benefits like water recharge and carbon sequestration. The Florida Wildlife Corridor is an ambitious conservation goal, aiming to create and connect natural area passages across the state, from north to south and also east to west.
Lake Okeechobee.
Audubon Florida Supports New Lake Okeechobee Water Management Plan - With Modifications
July 20, 2021 — The new schedule for Lake Okeechobee water management is especially important as new Everglades restoration projects come on line.
Banded Eagle. Photo: Nancy Barnhart.
Banded Eagle Spotted Hundreds of Miles from Nest Site
July 15, 2021 — Community scientists report banded bird in Virginia.
Florida Bay Spoonbill Spotted in Boynton Beach
July 13, 2021 — "George" was banded in Florida Bay in January 2021.