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A Close Look at the Early (and Awkward) Days of Baby City Birds
July 06, 2017 — As captured by a New York City photographer and wildlife-rehab volunteer.
Goodbye Thayer’s Gull, Hello Cassia Crossbill: This Year's Changes to the Official List of North American Birds
July 06, 2017 — The American Ornithological Society’s 2017 updates are here. Study up.
The Dovekie, a Keystone Arctic Species, Is Changing Its Diet With the Climate
July 06, 2017 — Feeding shifts are helping the seabird survive warming oceans and preserve a reliant tundra ecosystem—at least in the short term.
Teddy or Not? How Ryan Zinke Is Failing American Conservation
July 06, 2017 — By falling short of his Rooseveltian rhetoric, the Interior Secretary is endangering his department's (and his self-proclaimed idol's) legacy.
Audubon Remains Dedicated to Practicing Journalism You Can Trust
July 06, 2017 — Our commitment to rigorous reporting stretches back more than a century—and far into the future.
The 2017 Audubon Photography Awards Winners
July 06, 2017 — Congratulations to the champions—and to all those who strive to share the beauty of birds.
After Binging in Colombia, Thrushes Can Fly Non-Stop to Canada in Mere Days
July 05, 2017 — Taking multiple refueling breaks helps some birds fare better during migration. But for Gray-cheeked thrushes, a two-week binge session in Colombia can be all they need to reach North America.
Meet Rufus, the Harris's Hawk That Keeps Wimbledon's Courts Pigeon Free
July 03, 2017 — At the legendary tennis tournament, entry is exclusive to people. All thanks to this hard-working raptor.
Inside the World of Elite Bird Costuming
June 30, 2017 — A niche part of the larger "furry" subculture, bird costumers create carefully crafted, life-size versions of avians and other bird-like creatures.
Birdist Rule #78: Go Find an Exotic Bird in the U.S.
June 29, 2017 — There are established populations all over the country, and some species even count toward your life list. They're also just thrilling to see.