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The Life of a Teenage Birder
September 08, 2017 — A busy high schooler shares how he got hooked on birds at an early age and what they mean to him.
The Latest from the Caribbean and Florida: Hurricane Irma’s Impact
September 08, 2017 — Updates from the field as Audubon staff and partners prepare for, or start to recover from, the effects of Hurricane Irma
The Latest from Texas: Hurricane Harvey’s Impact on Coastal Habitat
September 07, 2017 — Reports from on the ground in Texas indicate some damage to bird sanctuaries, barrier islands, and nature centers.
More Plastic in the World Means More Plastic in Osprey Nests
September 06, 2017 — The amount of plastic trash ending up in the birds' nests appears to be increasing—with dangerous and deadly results.
The Bar-tailed Godwit’s Annual Migration Is Utterly Astounding
September 01, 2017 — The birds fly nonstop from Alaska to New Zealand every fall. But disappearing tidal flats threaten their return journey.
What Can Birds Tell Us About Air Pollution?
September 01, 2017 — Birds are among the first to know when it gets harder to breathe. But there's little research on how they're affected and how many die.
The Story of Harvey, a Cooper’s Hawk Rescued in Houston During the Hurricane
August 31, 2017 — After seeking shelter in a taxicab, the bird was eventually taken in by a Houston wildlife rehab center preparing for an influx of injured animals.
Six Apps to Better Your Next Birding Adventure
August 30, 2017 — By now you should have a field guide (or four) on your phone, so mix up your experience with some new options.
In 'My Life with Cranes,' George Archibald Recounts an Incredible Career in Conservation
August 30, 2017 — Over the last 40 years, the cofounder of the International Crane Foundation has dedicated his life to saving the world's cranes. Now he shares his story.
Here Are Twelve Photos of Hungry Birds and Their Meals
August 29, 2017 — Bugs, carrion, partially digested fish—these avians don't discriminate.