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How Rare Is That Rare Bird?
September 23, 2024 — When you consider all the factors that go into the unlikeliest vagrant sightings, it makes you wonder...
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Driving Forces
September 22, 2024 — With creativity and determination, people featured in our pages lean into sharing the things they love.
Letter From the Editor
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This Man Is on a Quest to Document Hawaii’s Far-Flung Bird Specimens—and Maybe Even Bring Some Home
September 22, 2024 — As conservationists seek to save endangered species on the Hawaiian Islands, Bret Nainoa Mossman is on a mission to restore cultural links to birds collected from his homeland long ago.
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Five Ways to Connect With Nature and Boost Your Mood No Matter Your Schedule
September 22, 2024 — Life can get busy. These time-sensitive tips will help you deepen your birding practice.
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Need Some Anxiety Relief? Let Birding Be Your Balm
September 22, 2024 — When the stress of everyday life starts to feel overwhelming, a dose of birds can help.
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Capturing the Elusive White-bearded Antshrike—in Thread
September 20, 2024 — Artist and birdsong researcher Ana Luiza Catalano’s embroidered portrait brings a shy species—and its song—into feathery focus.
The Aviary
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Limpkins Are Everywhere All of the Sudden. What Is Going On?
September 20, 2024 — Long restricted to Florida, the large wading birds have begun popping up across much of the United States and as far north as Canada in a rapid range expansion that has shocked experts.
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Local Advocates Rally to Bring Back Declining Tree Canopy in North Carolina
September 20, 2024 — The Raleigh City Council approved the creation of a plan to protect trees in the City of Oaks, thanks to local advocates.
Audubon Protects Florida State Parks from Development Proposals
September 20, 2024 — Audubon congratulates the passionate conservationists and park lovers across the state who spoke out for these special places over the last week. You wrote letters, shared updates, and called your elected officials—and it worked!
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Donna Posont Helps Blind People Become Birders—and Whatever Else They Want To Be
September 20, 2024 — The Michigan educator’s long-running program, Birding by Ear and Beyond, fits within a growing movement to make the outdoors more accessible.