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Black-throated Blue Warbler on American Beautyberry. Photo: William Hauck/Audubon Photography Awards
Establish New Roots this Native Plants Week 2024
October 15, 2024 — It’s easier and more popular than ever to sow native seeds this fall, thanks to a myriad of new state and local policies—just in time for North Carolina Native Plants Week Oct. 20-26.
Curtis holding a Brown-headed Nuthatch nest box.
Long-time Staffer and Conservation Leader Named Executive Director
September 17, 2024 — Interim no more, Curtis Smalling takes the reins as executive director of Audubon North Carolina.
A deceased Yellow-bellied Sapsucker, most likely from an overnight window collision. Photo: Luke Franke/Audubon
Save Birds, Go Lights Out NC
August 16, 2024 — A new study shows significantly more birds die from building collisions each year than previously estimated—here’s how you can help.
Zach Wallace headshot
Audubon Names Zach Wallace as New Policy Director
June 27, 2024 — Wallace returns to Audubon to lead the organization’s policy work in the state.
Prothonotary Warbler male and female perched on a tree branch with nesting material
Grab Your Binoculars, Big Atlas Weekend is Coming
June 13, 2024 — Join the North Carolina Bird Atlas for Big Atlas Weekend 2024 and participate in a statewide initiative to map breeding birds.
Purple Martin flying with an insect in its beak.
New Hope Bird Alliance to Kick-off Year of the Aerial Insectivore
May 09, 2024 — A ribbon cutting is scheduled for May 11 to celebrate these high-flying, insect eating birds, and highlight the threats they face.
Golden-winged Warbler perched on a branch. Photo: Arni Stinnissen/Audubon Photography Awards
EcoForesters and Audubon North Carolina Offer New Golden-winged Warbler Program for Private Landowners
April 23, 2024 — New partnership will provide funding and habitat management guidance for western NC landowners interested in helping a declining songbird.
Great egret with nesting material in its beak
The Birds are Back in Town
March 12, 2024 — As we welcome the return of our coastal birds for the breeding season, we need your help to keep them safe.