Category Archives: Birds
Hundreds of Organizations Stand Together for Birds
Inside Bird Conservation – March 2017 Hundreds of Organizations Stand Together for Birds Our nation’s environmental laws and regulations protecting wildlife and public lands face uncertain times. In response, American Bird Conservancy (ABC) has been organizing support for key bird … Continue reading
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Owls Are Such Impressive Birds, Don’t You Agree?
The sounds of the owl are synonymous with night-time, and these nocturnal birds are often associated with great wisdom, but also as bad omens. These birds of prey are actually very effective rodent hunters, keeping fields clear of mice and … Continue reading
Watch an Albatross Hatch Live
Mahealani takes a short break before settling back in on the hatching egg. The Albatross Season Begins on Kauai The first egg at the Laysan Albatross cam site on the North Shore of Kauai has begun hatching just in time … Continue reading
FeederWatch eNews: Reminders and announcements
Dark-eyed Junco and American Tree Sparrow at a bark butter feeder, last week’s BirdSpotter Judges Choice Award winner by Shirley Donald, a FeederWatcher in Orillia, Ontario. Project FeederWatch eNews January 25, 2017 BirdSpotter Takes Flight The anniversary edition of our … Continue reading
Stunning and Colorful Photographs of Taiwanese Birds
John & Fish, a brother and sister duo from Taiwan, have been photographing birds since 2006. Amazed by the beauty of nature, they began taking pictures of the birds of Taiwan and soon opened up aflickr account which promptly “exploded” … Continue reading
Sweetwater River Trip Report
Everyone enjoyed the clear sunny sky today after a rainy week. The water level in the river was the highest I’ve seen. There was much more trash and several “shanty towns’ on the walk. Thirteen birders saw 54 species. Please … Continue reading
Your Plan for a Better, Birdier 2017
Your Plan for a Better, Birdier New Year This year, why not make some New Year’s resolutions that will actually be fun to keep? Here are a couple suggestions for making 2017 a great year for you and for birds! Become a … Continue reading
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17 Bird Mothers with Their Chicklings
Mystery Woodpecker
Hello. We see lots of Acorn Woodpeckers at our suet feeders but one stands out with a two-tone cap and slightly pink eyes. She’s been hanging around here for a few months. Has anyone seen this anomaly before or have … Continue reading
Beautiful Colored Hummingbirds
Hummingbirds are a species of bird well known for their unique ability to hover and fly backwards. Hundreds of species can be found throughout North and South America, each with its own beauty and colorful feathers. This elegant creature can … Continue reading
Your plants are bringing birds. Here’s how to identify them.
One of the many benefits of growing native plants are the new feathered friends that these plants attract. The free Audubon Bird Guide app is a great way to identify, learn about, and track the birds you find. With over 820 species … Continue reading
Grouse Threats Remain – Experts Call for National Conservation Network
Inside Bird Conservation – October 2016 Sage Grouse Conservation Initiative Making Progress but Threats Remain On the one-year anniversary of new federal Greater Sage-Grouse conservation plans, federal agencies released a report detailing accomplishments to date, and the Sage Grouse Initiative … Continue reading
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Vulture and Osprey Visit New Savannah Cam!
Savannah Great Horned Owl Cam Survives Adversity After surviving a falling limb and Tropical Storm Hermine, the remodeled Savannah Cam is back to hosting interesting visitors like the Black Vulture and Osprey. West Texas Hummingbird Cam Celebrates One Year Watch … Continue reading
Want to bring more birds to your home?
By growing native plants, you provide the food and shelter birds need. To make your space bird-friendly and beautiful, check out Audubon’s native plant resources to find the best plants for your area. Search by the birds you most want … Continue reading
Alert: Migratory Bird Funding and ESA Exemptions at Stake
As Congress Resumes, Migratory Bird Funding and ESA Exemptions at Stake Right now, the U.S. Congress is working to put together a bill to fund the government for Fiscal Year 2017. Congress has an opportunity to boost much-needed funding levels … Continue reading
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Pictures of Beautiful Birds
No matter if you are a bird lover or not, you cannot deny their colorfulness, their beauty, or the mystery they present as they fly high above us in the skies. Enjoy this wonderful photo series more than 30 of the … Continue reading
The story of how a dying tree provides shelter and sustenance to a variety of birds and other animals
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The top 5 threats facing birds and what Audubon going to do about them
You love birds. And so do we. How such beautiful creatures can be so resilient, facing the everyday challenges of the natural world and the feats of long migrations, is truly remarkable. But over the next five years birds will … Continue reading
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