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Reimagining 200 of Audubon’s Birds

Reimagining 200 of Audubon’s Birds

October 10, 2019 — Artist Jenny Kendler creates a birds’ eye view of climate change. In her artwork, it’s us they’re watching.
Take a Sneak Peek at What's Next for "Wingspan," the Smash Board Game

Take a Sneak Peek at What's Next for "Wingspan," the Smash Board Game

October 8, 2019 — Audubon got an exclusive look at five new bird cards and talked with the game's creator about its first expansion, due next month.
In a New Netflix Film, the U.S.-Mexico Border Brings Birds and People Together

In a New Netflix Film, the U.S.-Mexico Border Brings Birds and People Together

October 2, 2019 — The documentary “Birders” showcases the spectacle of fall migration while exploring the concerns of conservationists on both sides of the Rio Grande.
Ten Birdy Children's Books to Read With Your Fledglings

Ten Birdy Children's Books to Read With Your Fledglings

August 30, 2019 — Celebrate back-to-school season with these avian-inspired tales, from the joy of the Christmas Bird Count to the story of a wind-blown Whimbrel.
Detained Migrant Children Paint Birds as Symbols of Freedom and Home

Detained Migrant Children Paint Birds as Symbols of Freedom and Home

August 19, 2019 — Confined in a tent city near El Paso, teens portrayed parrots and quetzals in works now on display at the “Uncaged Art” exhibit.
A Sassy Crow Narrates the Zombie Apocalypse in New Novel

A Sassy Crow Narrates the Zombie Apocalypse in New Novel

August 7, 2019 — “Hollow Kingdom” is Kira Jane Buxton’s love letter to crows featuring junk food, drooling dogs, and the end of humanity.
The Female Scientist Who Discovered the Basics of Climate Science—and Was Forgotten By History

The Female Scientist Who Discovered the Basics of Climate Science—and Was Forgotten By History

July 17, 2019 — Celebrate Eunice Foote’s 200th birthday by learning how she predicted the effect of greenhouse gases before the man who gets the credit.
These Knit Birds Are Helping to Move the Needle on Conservation

These Knit Birds Are Helping to Move the Needle on Conservation

July 15, 2019 — Nicky Fijalkowska's quirky odes to wildlife now inspire others to protect it.
How Birding Ended This Indie Musician's Creative Block

How Birding Ended This Indie Musician's Creative Block

July 12, 2019 — Birds sparked Stephan Nance's recovery from trauma. Now their sets have so many avian shout-outs, fans get a checklist to catch them all.
Reimagining the Wood Duck

Reimagining the Wood Duck

July 12, 2019 — Returning to her roots, illustrator Melinda Beck gives new life to the waterfowl’s stunning plumage.