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If you are a member of the press, you can reach Audubon Media Relations at media@audubon.org.

Audubon insta a los líderes mundiales a tomar medidas inmediatas para combatir la crisis climática y de biodiversidad
November 29, 2022 — La organización líder en conservación de aves en las Américas hace un llamado a los líderes de la COP27 para que tomen medidas rápidas, significativas y colaborativas para proteger los ecosistemas naturales, defender la biodiversidad e implementar una tra
Lesser Prairie-Chicken Now Listed Under the Endangered Species Act
November 17, 2022 — The Fish and Wildlife Service’s decision presents an opportunity to protect the bird while bolstering rural economies.
Audubon Invites Volunteers to Join the 123rd Christmas Bird Count
November 16, 2022 — The longest-running bird census provides important data for scientists and conservationists worldwide.
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Federal Agency Increases Efforts to Conserve Habitat Connectivity on Public Lands
November 15, 2022 — Migratory birds, big-game, and other wildlife will benefit from increased connectivity on federally managed lands.
As Americans Make Their Voices Heard, Audubon Pledges to Continue to Work Toward a Cleaner Future for People and Wildlife
November 09, 2022 — Caring about birds transcends politics.
Audubon Calls on World Leaders to Take Immediate Action to Combat Climate and Biodiversity Crisis
November 07, 2022 — The leading bird conservation organization in the Americas calls for COP27 leaders to take swift, meaningful, and collaborative action to protect natural ecosystems, defend biodiversity, and implement an inclusive and just climate transition.
New Audubon Study Reveals Discrepancies in Conservation Planning Methods
November 02, 2022 — Researchers used Audubon’s Survival by Degrees report to compare different approaches to climate-informed bird conservation planning.
Audubon Appoints Marketing and Strategy Leaders to National Board
October 31, 2022 — New Directors bring experience in culture-building, corporate strategy, fundraising, and engagement in Latin America and the U.S.
New Audubon Study: Climate Change Threatens Bird Populations in the National Wildlife Refuge System
October 26, 2022 — Left unchecked, warming temperatures and increased climate threats could affect environmental conditions for half of the birds throughout all of the system’s refuges.
A mottled black, brown, white, and yellow bird with a yellow cap perches in tall grasses.
2022 U.S. State of the Birds Report Reveals Widespread Losses of Birds in All Habitats—Except for One
October 12, 2022 — In 50 years, birds have increased overall in wetlands, a singular exception that shows the way forward for saving birds and benefiting people.
A Great Egret looks down at its reflection in dark water.
National Audubon Society Announces New Chief Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging Officer
September 11, 2023 — Lisette Martinez Will Lead Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging For Conservation Organization.
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Audubon Welcomes Five New Industry Leaders to National Board
August 30, 2023 — New Directors bring decades of experience in strategic planning, communications, public affairs, finance, and law across the U.S.
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Study Finds Local Salton Sea Residents Would Use Recreational Facilities at a Healthy Sea
August 16, 2023 — Locals say outdoor recreational infrastructure at California’s largest lake would be an asset to the area.
CALIFORNIA
A Bald Eagle flies just above the surface of the water with its wings and talons outstretched.
Louisiana Breaks Ground on Single-largest Ecosystem Restoration Project in U.S. History
August 10, 2023 — The Mid-Barataria Sediment Diversion will protect people and birds from storms and erosion. 
As Climate Impacts Loom, Audubon Calls for Rapid Expansion of Well-Sited Clean Energy Transmission
August 01, 2023 — New report lays out the importance of building the clean energy grid to stabilize climate.
Renewable Energy
A stripy brown chicken-shaped bird with big orange eyebrows stands on the ground among dead, monochromatic sticks.
House Vote to End Lesser-Prairie Chicken Protections Ignores Clear Science
July 27, 2023 — Removing endangered species protections would put the species on a path toward extinction.
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San Luis Obispo Court Decision on Oceano Dunes Threatens Many of California’s Rarest Birds 
July 20, 2023 — Imperiled shorebird species depend on coastal dune habitat that will continue to be exposed to off-highway vehicle recreation.
GOP-led Funding Bill Includes Drastic Cuts to Programs Important to Birds and People
July 20, 2023 — Statement from National Audubon Society
Cover of the Summer 2023 Naturalist. Silhouette of a Black-necked Stilt against an orange background.
Audubon Florida Publishes Summer 2023 Edition of “The Naturalist” Magazine
July 17, 2023 — The issue features topics from nearly every region of the state, from the Everglades to the Panhandle.
FLORIDA
Senate Confirms Xochitl Torres Small as Deputy Secretary of Agriculture
July 11, 2023 — Statement from National Audubon Society