Bird and Conservation News

Like Humans and Apes, Ravens Have the Foresight to Save Up for the Future
July 13, 2017 — A new study proves what birders have long known: Ravens are really, really smart.
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Even a Little Bit of Oil Can Wreck a Bird's Ability to Fly, New Study Shows
July 13, 2017 — Western Sandpipers with oil on less than one-fifth of their feathers have a tough time flying—a finding that underscores the dangers offshore drilling and spills pose on migratory birds.
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Photo of an American Bittern eating an aquatic insect. Credit: Glenn Hemberger/Audubon Photography Awards
Rolling Back Protections for Streams and Wetlands
July 13, 2017
Audubon Advisory
Shrinking Bears Ears Would Be Shortsighted and a Mistake
July 11, 2017 — With the review process for 27 of our national monuments officially closed, a letter from Audubon's president and CEO.
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Hog Island’s Osprey Pair Lose Chick to Nighttime Owl Raid
July 11, 2017 — The Great Horned Owl struck the nest a little after midnight, leaving behind two survivors.
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As Climate Change Threatens to Push the Bicknell’s Thrush North, Scientists Are Protecting Its Future Habitat Now
July 10, 2017 — In a warmer world, to save rare species, scientists have to proactively protect their future ranges. For this alpine thrush, that means working with foresters in the Canadian mountains.
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Mountain Bluebird by Nathan Catlin
July 07, 2017 — Location: 3604 Broadway, New York, NY 10031 and 3610 Broadway, New York, NY 10031
The Audubon Mural Project
Don't Forget: Our National Monuments Are at Risk
July 07, 2017 — There are only a few days left to voice your support for the 27 monuments currently under review.
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Seal Island, Maine: Black Guillemots Webcam
July 07, 2017 — Black Guillemots lay their eggs each summer in rock crevices, avoiding areas where vegetation might hide predators.
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