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Have a bird question? Ask Kenn Kaufman!
July 26, 2019 — This month: Will digital binoculars prevail? Can species suddenly expand their range? Do male birds ever take lead on chickcare?
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Hog Island Osprey Chick Snatched From Nest by Great Horned Owl
July 26, 2019 — Despite this year’s use of stylized mannequins to deter predators, Steve and Rachel's nest was attacked once again.
EPA Approval of Controversial Pesticide Raises Concerns for Bees and Birds
July 25, 2019 — Sulfoxaflor, seen as a replacement for bee-killing chemicals known as neonics, might be just as dangerous.
Updated: Trump Admin Halts Its Push for a Road Through Alaska's Izembek Refuge
July 23, 2019 — The government dropped its appeal of a judge's ruling that protected the bird-rich wilderness—but a new land deal was reached soon after.
The Kirtland’s Warbler Has Recovered, But the Hard Work of Saving It Will Never Stop
July 22, 2019 — Sustained management is the only way to prevent a population backslide once the bird sheds its endangered status later this year.
Monsoons Bring a Flood of Sparrow Song to the Sonoran Desert
July 22, 2019 — In Arizona, the songbirds wait for late summer storms to begin courtship. Listen to their chorus here.
Podcast
Use Your Photography to Support and Advance Conservation
July 19, 2019 — Go beyond taking photos of beautiful birds and their fascinating behaviors. Aim to inspire action.
Tips and How-Tos
A Simple Technology Could Help Stop Birds From Colliding With Power Lines
July 19, 2019 — It’s not rocket science, but it does build on the avian ability to see UV lights—with strong results.
Did This Plant Evolve to Look Like a Bunch of Hummingbirds?
July 18, 2019 — A photo of a strange Australian flower has Redditors proposing all sorts of scientific hypotheses.
The 2019 Audubon Photography Awards: Top 100
July 18, 2019 — Prepare to be delighted by the variety of birdlife and the story behind each stunning image.
Audubon Photography Awards