Bird and Conservation News

Pittsburgh’s Famous Bald Eagles Lost Their Nest Tree, But They Aren't Giving Up
February 23, 2017 — Within days of losing their nest, the eagles built a new one and possibly even laid another egg, which would be an unprecedented achievement.
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To Turn a Schoolyard Into an Outdoor Classroom, Just Add Native Plants
February 21, 2017 — With the help of Audubon Minnesota and some controlled fires, a local school recently restored an overgrown field into original prairie habitat.
Native Plants
Scientists Enlist Drones to Eavesdrop on Songbirds
February 17, 2017 — Using drones equipped with audio recorders, a team of researchers is testing whether the technology could aid in field surveys.
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Listen to the Sweet, Soft Warble Common Ravens Sing to Their Partners
February 14, 2017 — Suspected to mate for life, Raven pairs serenade each other with these gentle "comfort sounds" while bonding.
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In a Hotter World, Desert Birds Will Face a Much Higher Risk of Dehydration
February 13, 2017 — As the climate changes, desert-dwelling birds are going to need more oases than ever to stay cool and hydrated, according to a new study.
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Red-throated Loon. Ken Archer/Audubon Photography Awards
Audubon's Conservation Agenda in the 115th Congress
February 09, 2017
Audubon Advisory
The Endangered Species Act Is Under Attack. But How Much Trouble Is It In?
February 08, 2017 — Politicians are asking for major changes to the law—and even an outright repeal. Here's how the ESA could take a hit and everything that's at stake.
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Why Some Birds' Names Have Changed
February 06, 2017 — Remember the Rufous-sided Towhee?
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New Federal Lead Rule Will Have Hunters and Fishers Looking to Safer Alternatives
February 01, 2017 — Twenty-five years after the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service banned lead shot for waterfowl hunting, the agency is expanding its protections.
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