Red-billed Starling

A person on a boardwalk
A Day in the Life: Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary Visitor
January 05, 2026 — “It’s hard to find words to explain why I visit whenever I’m in Southwest Florida — I am drawn to it..."
FLORIDA Audubon's Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary
A macaw eating a green chili pepper its holding in its claw.
Hot Take—Seems Like Birds Can Taste Spice After All
December 23, 2025 — Peppers in the wild grow only so spicy, and new research suggests that may be to satisfy avian palates.
Bird Science
Seabird family on a beach
A Year of Surprises and Firsts for Beach-Nesting Bird Species
December 23, 2025 — While some communities are still rebuilding, both birds and people were spared major impacts in the 2025 season.
FLORIDA Coastal Stewardship
Close up of shallow water structure with oysters on it
Living Shorelines Make Nesting Easier for Coastal Birds in Tampa Bay
December 23, 2025 — These breakwaters protect the shorelines of mangrove islands that wading birds rely on.
FLORIDA
View of an exhibit hall under construction
New Inspiration, New Partnerships at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary
December 23, 2025 — New exhibits are opening in February while community partners engage new visitors.
FLORIDA Audubon's Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary
two people stare up at the camera
Audubon Looks at Local, State, and Federal Solutions to Find Conservation Wins
December 23, 2025 — Suggestions for those looking to improve the quality of habitat for birds and quality of life for our communities.
FLORIDA
Two large birds perched in treetops
Everglades Restoration by the Numbers
December 23, 2025 — Find updates on Everglades Restoration projects underway in 2025.
FLORIDA Everglades
An outdoor structure under construction
Center for Birds of Prey Owl Aviary Nearly Ready to Re-open
December 23, 2025 — We anticipate a grand opening in February, and we cannot wait for the community to see the beautiful new space.
FLORIDA Audubon Center for Birds of Prey
A hummingbird feeds on red flowers
Winter Naturalist 2025 Letters
December 23, 2025 — Messages from Executive Director Julie Wraithmell and Board Chair Carol Timmis
FLORIDA
American Oystercatcher Tracking Program Evolves With GPS
December 23, 2025 — From beaches to offshore islands, we followed the precise movements of five "pilot" birds.
CONNECTICUT Coastal Stewardship