American Bittern
Latin: Botaurus lentiginosus
Birds of America
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Climate
January 26, 2023
Migrating Male Birds Race Ahead to Keep Up with Spring’s Early Arrival
New research finds females are lagging behind males as they try and keep up with earlier springs driven by climate change.
Audubon Photography Awards
January 25, 2023
The 2022 Audubon Photography Awards: Top 12 Videos
Check out this fantastic footage of birds in the wild, and discover the backstory behind each video.
News
January 23, 2023
Get a Birding Boost: Join the Great Backyard Bird Count
Positive vibes go both ways when people connect with birds.
Western Water News
January 20, 2023
How to Save the Colorado River? Use Less Water
Audubon submits comments to Bureau of Reclamation as they develop new operating rules.
News
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.
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