All Bird and Conservation News

How a New Bill Could Help Restore Our Oceans and Lift Seabird Populations
April 10, 2019 — Increasing demand has put a big strain on forage fish stocks, a vital food source for myriad marine life. Legislation aims to bring relief.
Why the Border Wall Is a Problem For Birds, Despite Their Wings
April 10, 2019 — Some can't just fly over it. And even those that can stand to lose vital habitat or gain stress.
Nesting Killdeer Called for Delay of Games
April 09, 2019 — A clutch of eggs has postponed the opening of a new athletic facility, but officials at the California high school don't mind.
Belted Kingfishers Nest in Burrows Up to 15 Feet Long
April 08, 2019 — You’d never guess that these regal birds use their claws and beak to tunnel through muddy riverbanks.
Four Decades of Building Strike Records Point to ‘Super Collider’ Birds
April 03, 2019 — A new study finds that quiet fliers are safer than more social species when it comes to avoiding urban hazards on nocturnal migrations.
House Hunting Is a Prickly Affair in the Arizona Desert
April 01, 2019 — In a mostly tree-free terrain, saguaros play host to woodpeckers and other cavity-nesting species.
Making Window Collisions a Priority in Canada's Capital
March 29, 2019 — Safe Wings Ottawa recently held its annual display to raise awareness about the dangers birds face and encourage action.
Audubon Ambassadors Push for Clean Energy in South Carolina
March 28, 2019 — At lobby day, Audubon South Carolina members take action to ensure a healthier future for the state and birds.
Nuthatches Take Up Nannying When There’s a Shortage of Mates
March 28, 2019 — A forest experiment in Florida reveals what drives male Brown-headed Nuthatches to care for other couples’ chicks.
With Habitat Protections Officially Lifted, What’s Next for the Greater Sage-Grouse?
March 27, 2019 — More lawsuits are coming, and a long-threatened listing under the Endangered Species Act is once again a real possibility.