Bird and Conservation News

Sixteen Years Later, Gulf Birds are Still Recovering from Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill
April 20, 2026 — Restoration is addressing damage to threatened and endangered species—but sustained commitment is critical to protect hard-won gains.
Coasts and Oceans
This Earth Day, Hope Soars Through Collective Action
April 03, 2026 — With optimism and long-term commitment, Audubon brings people together across the Americas to protect birds and the places we all need.
Climate
Healthy Illinois Wetlands Support a Healthier Mississippi River
April 03, 2026 — Restoring wetlands can curb flooding, safeguard drinking water, and protect essential habitat for birds and river communities.
Rivers, Lakes, and Wetlands
Audubon Welcomes Bipartisan Bill to Strengthen Cooperative Watershed Management 
April 02, 2026 — Reauthorization would advance western water security, restore habitat, and support local jobs.
Western Water
Protections for Birds Worldwide Advanced by Successful COP15
April 01, 2026 — Leaders and experts from across the hemisphere meet to chart a course for improved habitat and species management.
Policy & Advocacy
Blackpoll Warbler sitting on a branch.
Audubon Applauds Canada’s Commitment to Protect Nature
April 01, 2026 — Prime Minister Carney launches multi-billion-dollar strategy to protect Canada’s natural environment.
Canada
Audubon Events Marking Earth Day 2026
March 27, 2026 — Centers, state offices, and chapters across the Audubon network are marking Earth Day on and around April 22.
News
Flock of Hudsonian Godwit flying across sunset
Protecting Birds on the Move in Canada
March 26, 2026 — Indigenous-led conservation initiatives will protect vital lands and waters.
Canada
Growing Bird-Friendly Grasslands
March 26, 2026 — The Farm Bill helped Audubon’s Conservation Ranching program take flight. Now it’s helping it soar.
Conservation Ranching
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Volunteers are Providing the Data Needed to Manage Florida’s Endemic Bird
March 23, 2026 — Jay Watch is a model of community science that guides habitat management and fosters advocates for a threatened species.
Community Science at Audubon