American Bittern
Latin: Botaurus lentiginosus
Birds of America
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Climate
April 30, 2021
Reigning in Carbon Emissions and Advancing Justice in Washington State
Climate and environmental justice made progress in the 2021 Washington State Legislature
Western Water News
April 29, 2021
U.S. Senators Re-Introduce Science-based Program for Unique Saline (Salt) Lake Ecosystems
Audubon science makes case for federally coordinated assessment of interconnected ecosystems essential in the arid West, supporting people and birds.
Delaware River Watershed
April 29, 2021
Advocates Attend Virtual “Hill Day” in Record Numbers to Champion Delaware River Watershed
Audubon leaders and coalition partners brought local voices to Capitol Hill to support clean water legislation.
News
April 29, 2021
Birds Gave This Photojournalist Hope in the Wake of Tragedy
For Joshua McKerrow, posting daily bird photos has provided perspective and connection as he navigates trauma and grief.
Western Water News
April 29, 2021
Land Transfer Secures Nevada Bird and Wildlife Habitat
Long-awaited Transfer of Carson Lake and Pasture to the State of Nevada Gives Birds a Boost
Press Room
April 29, 2021
Audubon Applauds Bipartisan Legislation to Protect Seabirds’ Favorite Food
The Forage Fish Conservation Act will update the way that forage fish are managed federally.
April 28, 2021
Experimental High Spring Flows in the Grand Canyon
Demonstrated potential for creativity in future Colorado River operations
Ask Kenn!
April 28, 2021
Ask Kenn Kaufman: Are Yellow Northern Cardinals Becoming More Common?
Also answered in this month's column: Why are some birds such better mimics than others?
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