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Flamingos Can Forge Long-Lasting Friendships—and Rivalries
May 11, 2020 — A new study of captive birds found they prefer to hang out with buddies, and some individuals could even be considered social butterflies.
Read an Excerpt From Jennifer Ackerman's New Book 'The Bird Way'
May 08, 2020 — In the follow-up to her hit "The Genius of Birds," Ackerman reexamines bird behavior, revealing fascinating new insights into avian activity.
Read an Excerpt From David Sibley's New Book 'What It’s Like to Be a Bird'
May 08, 2020 — In his latest offering, the renowned avian expert explores birds’ remarkable adaptations and abilities, and how their experiences are far richer and more complex than even he realized.
To Help COVID Recovery and Address Climate, We Must Protect Natural Spaces
May 08, 2020 — With the right policies, existing spaces like wetlands, forests, and farmland can remove emissions and help protect against future crises that affect people and wildlife. Congress must include support for natural climate solutions in any recovery plan.
Prickly Pair: Cactus-dwelling Couple Prove Rumors That Bald Eagles Nest in Saguaros
May 07, 2020 — Eagles are increasingly turning to unconventional nesting sites—a good sign for the recovering species.
Recovery Efforts Provide the Opportunity to Build a 21st Century Energy System
May 06, 2020 — As Congress makes plans to recover from the COVID crisis, they must plan for the future by supporting legislation that saves and creates jobs, while also creating a cleaner and healthier world.
The American Robin Hasn't Always Gotten the Worm
May 05, 2020 — Long ago, glaciers wiped out earthworms across the northern U.S.—until new ones arrived with European travelers.
Native Plants Help Restore the Colorado River
May 01, 2020 — Audubon’s advocacy put new state grant dollars on the ground in Arizona, helping restore native plant communities along waterways.
Why Birding From Home Is Not An Equal Opportunity Activity
April 30, 2020 — Poorer neighborhoods often harbor less quality green space and a lower diversity of birds—an inequity that the pandemic makes hard to ignore.
California Scrub-Jay. Morgan Heim
Take a Tour of Audubon's 'Bird From Home' Photo Project
April 29, 2020 — We asked three professional photographers to document the birdlife around them during the pandemic. Here's their favorite shots.