Barred Owl
Latin: Strix varia
Birds of America
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Behind The Shot
April 8, 2022
To Protect Her Subjects, a Photographer Chooses Patience Over Playback
Kelley Luikey wants birders and shutterbugs to recognize that playing recorded songs can stress vulnerable birds.
News
April 8, 2022
Let’s Celebrate! April is National Native Plant Month
From the U.S. Senate to local homeowners’ associations, more people are recognizing the importance of native plants for birds and other wildlife.
Press Room
April 5, 2022
President Biden’s Budget Proposal Advances Clean Energy, Climate Resilience and Equity Goals
Congress now begins its own process to review spending priorities for the coming fiscal year.
From Audubon Magazine
April 4, 2022
Welcome to the Dark Side: Your Guide to Nocturnal Migration Birding
Here’s everything you need to join a growing DIY community where the action heats up when the sun goes down.
Press Room
April 4, 2022
UN Report Offers Solutions to Reducing Emissions and Confronting Climate Change
While previous reports detailed the extent of the impact of climate change, today’s report prescribes strategies to alleviate threats to both people and wildlife.
Bird-Friendly Communities
April 4, 2022
Simple Solutions to Prevent Collisions
From communication towers and tall buildings to residential windows and glass doors, birds face a multitude of dangers as they navigate our built environment. Simple solutions can make your community and the skies safer for birds.
April 4, 2022
Dim the Lights to Save Birds at Night
Audubon celebrates World Migratory Bird Day 2022
News
April 1, 2022
Feral Honey Bees Pose a New Threat to Endangered Seabirds
On the Hawaiian island of Kaua‘i, the invasive insects can cause nest abandonment and even kill chicks when they invade burrows.
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