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Marsh and prairie restoration.
Publix and SeaWorld Invest in Restoring Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary’s Wetland of International Significance
August 09, 2021 — Healthy wetlands make Florida more resilient in the face of a changing climate.
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American Oystercatcher chick with two unhatched eggs.
Lanark Reef Boasts One of the Most Important Sea and Shorebird Colonies in the Country
August 07, 2021 — by Michael Ferrara, Carrabelle Shorebird Biologist
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Least Tern. Photo: David J. Ringer/Audubon.
A Season in the Life of a Bird Biologist: Kylie Wilson Discusses Sea and Shorebird Breeding on Lido Key
August 06, 2021 — From hurricanes to fireworks, banded chicks to moving colonies, we sat down with Kylie to learn more about her experience as a bird biologist.
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Hooker's Prairie. Photo: The Mosaic Company.
Roseate Spoonbills Shifting Some Nesting to Hooker's Prairie in Tampa Bay Region
August 06, 2021 — Audubon Florida will partner with Mosaic to census the breeding birds at this site and document the nesting effort by the spoonbills and the many other wading birds that nest there.
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Wood Storks
Florida Photographer's Wood Stork Photo Earns Recognition
August 01, 2021 — Image by Cheryl Black takes the award.
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Veronica with Ovenbird
Audubon Chapter Interns Lead the Way
August 01, 2021 — Despite COVID, many chapters found ways to engage students in meaningful internships in 2021.
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An Indigo Bunting sits on a branch against a blurred, multi-colored background. Photo: Julie Torkomian/Audubon Photography Awards.
Congress’ Bipartisan Infrastructure Framework Means Progress Toward a Cleaner Energy Future for Birds and People
August 01, 2021 — The framework allocates meaningful spending to programs that would increase climate resilience.
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Wood stork nests
Despite Changes in Seasonal Water Patterns, Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary Continues to Attract Wood Storks.
August 01, 2021 — Their Success Depends Upon Restoration.
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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.
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Audubon Celebrates Completion of Landmark Everglades Restoration Projects in 2021
August 01, 2021 — Removal of Tamiami Trail roadbed and Kissimmee River Restoration project overviews.
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