All Bird and Conservation News

Why the American Woodcock's Ears Are Below Its Big Eyes
January 07, 2019 — Thanks to a rearranged skull and brain, this bird can forage for worms while keeping watch for predators.
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Plastic Threatens Even Our Common Shorebirds, Study Warns
December 21, 2018 — Dead American Oystercatchers on Brazilian beaches were loaded with plastic, hinting that the world’s pollution problem isn’t just far out at sea.
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Western Water Highlights and Wins in 2018
December 21, 2018 — In 2018, we worked to protect the arid West’s greatest natural resource: WATER - for birds and people.
Western Water News
What happened in Vegas? When it comes to water, this doesn’t stay in Vegas
December 20, 2018 — Feds don’t want to gamble on risky water future—and give new urgency to complete the Colorado River Drought Contingency Plan.
Western Water News
American Robin
From American Robins to Yellow Warblers, Audubon Members Share Favorite Birds
December 20, 2018 — Did your favorite make the top 12?
Northern Cardinal in the snow
Holiday Birding Traditions, as Told by Our Members
December 20, 2018 — Christmas Bird Count, wintertime treats, and more . . .
Golden Eagle
Birding: Better Than Netflix and Other Stories From Our Members
December 20, 2018 — More than 100 people shared their favorite summertime bird memories.
Conservation Groups See a Lot to Like in the New Farm Bill
December 19, 2018 — Programs benefitting bird habitat see new growth, while sneak attacks on the environment get plowed under.
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Bird Abundance and Diversity Increase in Colorado River Delta after Pulse Flow
December 17, 2018 — Science Assessment Concludes U.S.-Mexico Colorado River Agreement Positive for Birds, the Environment, and the River
Western Water News
Diverse Alliance Emerges to Protect Birds from Proposed Dam on Mississippi’s Pearl River
December 17, 2018
Audubon Advisory