Bird and Conservation News

Recent ‘Megafires’ Imperil Even Fire-Loving Forest Birds
September 29, 2020 — Many birds, such as owls and woodpeckers, thrive in forest habitats created after fire. But the hotter, bigger, more destructive megafires out West might be too much even for them.
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New Report Highlights the Importance of the Seal River Watershed
September 28, 2020 — The area is a critically important breeding and migratory stopover for huge numbers of waterfowl, including Common Goldeneye and Black Scoter.
Boreal Forests
False Springs: How Earlier Spring With Climate Change Wreaks Havoc on Birds
September 25, 2020 — An early spring may sound lovely after a long winter, but can be disastrous for wildlife.
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As Hurricanes Increase in Intensity, How Will Birds Respond?
September 25, 2020 — Hurricanes don't affect all birds in the same way, but a changing climate that makes storms more intense will pose serious threats.
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When In Drought…
September 25, 2020 — When it comes to droughts, the costs of climate change are too high for both birds and people.
Climate
Western Yellow-billed Cuckoo Remains Federally Protected after Delisting Threat Falls Flat
September 25, 2020 — Another example of the Audubon network delivering a victory for birds.
Western Water News
Climate Change Threatens Seabirds on Both Land and Sea
September 24, 2020 — Protecting birds and people from sea-level rise and warming oceans is a critical part of climate action.
Climate
El Cuclillo Pico Amarillo Permanece Protegido Federalmente Después de que Falla la Amenaza de Exclusión de la Lista
September 24, 2020 — Otro ejemplo de cómo la red Audubon ofrece una victoria para las aves.
Western Water News
Sustaining Healthy Groundwater Levels is Critical to Habitat, Birds, and People
September 24, 2020 — Webinar puts spotlight on need to protect groundwater in Arizona.
Western Water News
As the Planet Warms, Will Birds Escape the Heat?
September 23, 2020 — On land and sea, birds are at risk when the temperature spikes.
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