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Birds on the Move
White-crowned Sparrows
Birds on the Move

Nearly 350 Audubon members describe a favorite fall migration story.

The Joy of Being a Bird Ambassador
A woman and child birding together
The Joy of Being a Bird Ambassador

More than 300 Audubon members described a time when they introduced others to the wonderful world of birds.

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A White-chinned Jacamar perched on a thin tree branch, in a forested area, with its beak slightly ajar.
The 124th Christmas Bird Count: An Annual Event Connecting Birders Across the Hemisphere
February 07, 2024 — Take a tour of Christmas Bird Counts ranging from coastal Texas to the savannahs and forests of Colombia and back to the Eastern Seaboard.
The New PBS Nature Special Highlights Epic Shorebird Migrations
February 05, 2024 — “Flyways” calls attention to avian voyages and the challenges birds face.
A group of people stand in a suburban lawn all looking in the same direction with cameras and binoculars.
Birdist Rule #84: Know the Dos and Don'ts of a Rare Bird Stakeout
February 05, 2024 — When going for a vagrant, it’s important to remember that everyone is on the same team.
Congratulations GRAMMY Award WINNER For The Birds: The Birdsong Project
February 02, 2024 — This birdy boxed set wins a GRAMMY Award for Best Boxed or Special Limited Edition Package
How to Choose a Photography Workshop that Respects and Protects Birds
February 02, 2024 — These tips can help you get great pictures and keep the birds you love safe with a guide or group.
Cougar Hollow Ranch Receives Audubon Certification as Bird-Friendly Habitat
February 01, 2024 — Cattle are catalyzing grassland restoration at Texas ranch
Migratory Birds and Capital Return
January 31, 2024 — The rapid rate of climate change and its impact on biodiversity is not being matched by timely actions. The Americas Flyways Initiative aims to close the gap.
A New Plan for Offshore Wind Research Will Help Prioritize Seabirds and Other Wildlife
January 25, 2024 — The RWSC science plan will guide offshore wind and wildlife studies along the East Coast.
A round, fluffy-looking owl sits in a tree hollow in the falling snow.
How Do Birds Cope With Cold Winter Weather?
January 24, 2024 — From fluffing up to hunkering down, birds rely on these survival strategies when the temperature dips.
Science to Help Birds and Reduce Costs in the Colorado River Delta
January 22, 2024 — A new publication uses machine learning to optimize habitat restoration.