Kenn Kaufman

Field Editor, Audubon magazine
About

Kenn Kaufman is a renowned bird expert, author of multiple field guides, an accomplished nature artist, and the field editor for Audubon magazine.   

Articles by Kenn Kaufman

12 Fascinating Bird Behaviors From the 2019 Audubon Photography Awards
November 26, 2019 — Every year our competition attracts entries capturing rare and unusual moments in the avian world. Check out this year's highlights.
Audubon Photography Awards
Ask Kenn Kaufman: Are American Robins Really Robins?
November 05, 2019 — Also this month: What is the one U.S. birding destination every birder should visit? And why can't I count the Great White Heron as a lifer?
Bird Questions and Facts
Ask Kenn Kaufman: Will My Feeder Keep Birds From Migrating?
October 04, 2019 — Also this month: What happens when a bird gets lost? And what was the most recent newly discovered bird in the U.S.?
Ask Kenn!
Ask Kenn Kaufman: Why Do So Many White Birds Have Black Wingtips?
September 04, 2019 — Also this month: Are kingfishers more photo-friendly this time of year? And what bird would Kenn ride if he could?
Ask Kenn!
Have a bird question? Ask Kenn Kaufman!
July 26, 2019 — This month: Will digital binoculars prevail? Can species suddenly expand their range? Do male birds ever take lead on chickcare?
Ask Kenn!
Hello, Mountain-gem! The 2019 Update To North American Bird Names Is Here.
July 05, 2019 — An emerging duck trio and some other new labels to consider.
News
Kenn Kaufman's Backyard Is One of the Best Spots to Witness Spring Migration
April 03, 2019 — The legendary birder's latest book is a love letter to Ohio and migratory wonders. Read an excerpt here.
Books
A Vagrant European Robin Is Drawing Huge Crowds in China
January 15, 2019 — The rarity popped up at the Beijing Zoo earlier this month, revealing a booming Chinese birding scene.
Conservation
12 Fascinating Bird Behaviors From the 2018 Audubon Photography Awards
August 20, 2018 — Every year our photo competition attracts entries capturing rare and unusual moments from the avian world. This year was no exception.
Audubon Photography Awards
These Century-Old Photos Inspired Some of the West's First Bird Refuges
July 11, 2018 — From early conservation "selfies" to close-up shots of nesting birds, the images are curated from a vast new digital archive.
News