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Audubon Spotlight: Katie Percy Is a Champion for Louisiana’s Ecosystems
June 22, 2020 — As an avian biologist for Audubon Louisiana Katie Percy’s conscience guides the way while her passion drives the work.
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Nobody Is Free Until Everybody Is Free
June 19, 2020 — SCOTUS delivers historic wins to Dreamers and the LGBTQIA+ community, but there's so much left to do.
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Hiking Trails and Maps Often Exclude People With Disabilities. This Group Is Changing That.
June 19, 2020 — Started by Syren Nagakyrie, Disabled Hikers aims to make the outdoors more accessible for a diversity of people and marginalized communities.
EDIB at Audubon
Pandemic-fueled Surge in Wild Turkey Hunting Tests Declining Populations
June 18, 2020 — Turkey hunters with extra time on their hands are behind a harvest spike that could have lasting impacts, biologists warn.
COVID-19
Microplastics Are Literally Raining on Our National Parks and Wilderness Areas
June 17, 2020 — According to a new study, up to 300 million bottles’ worth of plastic particles per year landed on 11 remote protected areas in the West.
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The Gorgeous Scarlet Tanager Is a Delightful Summer Treat
June 16, 2020 — Hiding high up in the canopy of eastern forests, these dazzling birds can be surprisingly tough to spot.
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It's Time to Build a Truly Inclusive Outdoors
June 16, 2020 — As the nation continues to confront racism, the birding community must embrace difficult conversations.
EDIB at Audubon
An Early-season Tropical Storm Wiped out Mississippi’s Beach-nesting Birds
June 15, 2020 — Hundreds of secretive Clapper Rails also mysteriously found on Mississippi beaches.
Coasts and Oceans
Migratory Birds Like Native Berries Best
June 12, 2020 — Even when fruits of invasive plants are abundant, migratory songbirds seek out native berries, according to new research.
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Stuck in Vermont: Birding With Debbie Archer of Audubon Vermont During Black Birders Week
June 12, 2020 — A Seven Days Video production by Eva Sollberger
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