Eastern Towhee. Photo: Calli Cook/Audubon Photography Awards
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Black skimmer pair with chicks
Waterbird Survey Shows Continued Declines for Beach-nesting Species
March 12, 2024 — A 2023 census report shows substantial declines for Black Skimmers, among others. Here's how we’re working to turn the tide.
NC Coasts and Oceans
Mallard flying above a marsh
Executive Order to Restore and Protect NC’s Natural and Working Lands
February 15, 2024 — An executive order announced this week aims to conserve and restore 2 million acres of forests and wetlands in North Carolina and plant 1 million new trees in urban areas by 2040.
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Trail Cameras Show Perils Facing Oystercatcher Families on the Cape Fear River
January 26, 2024 — Less than a quarter of oystercatcher parents were able to successfully raise chicks on the river last summer. Trail camera footage reveals some of the reasons why.
NC Coasts and Oceans
Cerulean Warbler perched on a tree branch
Expansion of Eastern NC Refuge Would Bring Critical Bird Habitat into Conservation
January 24, 2024 — Audubon and our members backed the proposed expansion of a refuge that supports the highest density of nesting birds in our state.
NC Policy & Advocacy
Behind the Gates: Winter at Pine Island
January 09, 2024 — There’s more to winter at Pine Island than cold weather and waterfowl. Join award-winning photographer Bryan Putnam for a tour.
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Cedar Waxwing perched in a tree
Your Guide to the Sights and Songs of North Carolina’s Overwintering Birds
January 08, 2024 — Winter is a great time to catch a glimpse of unique winter residents as well as some familiar favorites right in your backyard.
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2025 Advocacy Day
December 02, 2023 — Complete these steps now to confirm your participation in Audubon North Carolina 2025 Advocacy Day on Tuesday, April 29.
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Great Egret in a marsh
Marsh Restoration Projects Take Shape at Audubon’s Pine Island Sanctuary
November 13, 2023 — Pilot projects will test methods for protecting and rebuilding Currituck Sound marshes.
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A researcher holds a tagged Golden-winged Warbler
Tagged Golden-winged Warblers Return After Cross-Continent Journey
May 30, 2023 — Tiny songbirds bring radio-tracking backpacks back to North Carolina, along with important data.
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2024 Advocacy Day
March 01, 2023 — Complete these steps now to confirm your participation in Audubon North Carolina 2024 Advocacy Day on Wednesday, May 22.
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