Under bright blue skies, about 20 birders had the blues today, with 5 species of birds with blue feathers, highlighted by a great sighting of a bright male Indigo Bunting. Things were humming as well with 6 hummers sighted. 55 … Continue reading →
Inside Bird Conservation – June 2016 _____________________________________________________________________________________ 2016 State of the Birds Reports Conservation Works, but More Work To Do The 2016 State of the Birds report shows that more than one third of all North American bird species need … Continue reading →
Despite a High Heat Warning, most of the 20 birders completed the walk in good shape. The Heat Warning did make the leader much more insistent than normal to keep the group together to ensure no one had heat stroke. … Continue reading →
There are estimated to be 10,000 species of birds in the world and nature has blessed some with the most incredible, colorful plumage. From bright blues to radiant reds and gorgeous greens, it is hard to believe that these birds … Continue reading →
This report is based on the first-ever conservation vulnerability assessment for all 1,154 native bird species that occur in Canada, the continental United States, and Mexico. The assessment was compiled by a team of experts from all three countries. Of … Continue reading →
24 birders trudged through a gloomy, misty morning to log 42 species. Highlights were several good looks at Yellow-breasted chat, a first year male Blue Grosbeak and a Red-shouldered hawk nest. List follows; Mallard Snowy Egret Turkey Vulture Cooper’s Hawk … Continue reading →
Get your comment to the State by June 1 The future of California’s beloved Tricolored Blackbird is in question. Last December, the California Fish and Game Commission advanced this species as a candidate for protection under the California Endangered Species … Continue reading →
Good morning, all. Below is my eBird report of yesterday’s Palomar Audubon field trip to Lindo Lake. We had 17 attendees–including a visiting birder from Dallas TX, who added Tricolored Blackbird to his 600+ species life list. Lindo Lake, San … Continue reading →
Keep the skies safe for birds over sensitive habitat With more and more people taking drones into California’s wild spaces, there is increasing concern about the impacts of unmanned flying devices on birds and other wildlife. Audubon California is sponsoring … Continue reading →
Hi Everyone, The cool and cloudy day seemed to limit the number of birds seen though we heard plenty. We started out with a group of 28 people that dwindled to 8 or 9 by the half way mark.A total … Continue reading →