American Bittern
Latin: Botaurus lentiginosus
Birds of America
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January 19, 2023
Audubon Issues 100th Bird-Friendly Habitat Certification to Badger Creek Ranch
Badger Creek Ranch herd in Colorado is working for birds through Audubon’s Conservation Ranching program.
Western Water News
January 17, 2023
Audubon’s Top Priorities for the Arizona Legislature in 2023
Supporting water policies and management that help Arizona sooner, rather than later.
Boreal Forests
January 13, 2023
Seeing the Geese in Chevron Flight
Carrie Gray, Audubon's Boreal Conservation Specialist, shares her story of banding Canada Geese in the Hudson Bay Lowlands.
January 12, 2023
The 121st Christmas Bird Count in Minnesota
The 121st Audubon Christmas Bird Count (2020-2021 season) was a good one. The weather was excellent for winter birding.
News
January 12, 2023
In the Rockies, Human Activity Paves the Way for a Hybrid Bird Boom
Black-capped and Mountain Chickadees mate more often than previously believed, research shows—especially where people disturb their habitat.
News
January 11, 2023
2023 Audubon Photography Awards Open for Entries
The North American photography and video contest is accepting entries until March 1, 2023.
News
January 11, 2023
Study Identifies Areas Most Likely to Sustain Biodiversity in a Changing Climate
Study calls for areas to be prioritized in conservation efforts like the America the Beautiful Initiative.
January 10, 2023
The 122nd Christmas Bird Count in Saskatchewan
With the Covid-19 pandemic still a factor, only 37 areas reported, down slightly from 39 in 2020.
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