Kenn Kaufman

Field Editor, Audubon magazine

Kenn Kaufman is a field editor for Audubon.

Articles by Kenn Kaufman

Ask Kenn: What Exactly Is a Warbler?

May 28, 2021 — Species bearing the name warbler are found around the world, but how they're classified can be complicated, explains bird expert Kenn Kaufman.

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Ask Kenn Kaufman: Are Yellow Northern Cardinals Becoming More Common?

April 28, 2021 — Also answered in this month's column: Why are some birds such better mimics than others?

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Did Somebody Say Baby Bird Photos?

April 01, 2021 — Why yes, yes we did. Here are our favorite shots featuring chicks from last year's Audubon Photography Awards.

Audubon Photography Awards

Ask Kenn Kaufman: What's the Best Way to Become a Better Birder?

March 31, 2021 — In this month's column, Kenn shares his "four Ls" philosophy for birding. Plus, do birds that live in flocks have a higher chance of survival?

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Ask Kenn: How Many of the World's Bird Species Have Gone Extinct?

January 22, 2021 — In this month's column, bird expert Kenn Kaufman tackles a common—and tricky to answer—question.

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Our Favorite Fascinating Bird Behaviors From the 2020 Audubon Photo Awards

December 08, 2020 — Every year the contest attracts entries capturing rare and unusual moments in the avian world. Here are this year's highlights.

Audubon Photography Awards

Ask Kenn: How Did the Evening Grosbeak Get Its Misleading Name?

November 25, 2020 — In this month's Ask Kenn!, bird expert Kenn Kaufman shares the surprising origins of the finch's moniker. Plus, why your feeder birds fight so much.

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Ask Kenn: Do More Birds Migrate Through the Eastern United States?

October 15, 2020 — In this month's Ask Kenn!, bird expert Kenn Kaufman provides a detailed look at how geography shapes the routes of migratory birds.

Bird Questions and Facts