What’s the Difference Between a ‘Borb’ and a ‘Floof’?
March 10, 2020 —
Now that we know what constitutes a birb, it's time to break down the internet's other two nicknames for birds.
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Webbed Feet Are an Evolutionary Hit
March 09, 2020 —
From geese and gulls to penguins and puffins, these birds have perfectly adapted to life on the water.
15 Awww-Inspiring Photos of Baby Birds
March 09, 2020 —
Get your daily dose of avian cuteness with these entries from the 2019 Audubon Photography Awards.
Economic Impacts Analysis Determines Resilient-Renewable Energy Standard is the Best Path Forward for New Orleans
March 09, 2020 —
The proposal, submitted by the Energy Future New Orleans coalition, will establish a 100 percent Renewable Energy Standard by 2040 and result in more jobs, greater emissions reductions, and more local investment than alternatives
An Ode to Nature’s Hotdogs: Moth Caterpillars
March 04, 2020 —
Get 'em before they're gone (especially if you're a bird).
Hot, Bothered, and Parasite-free: Why Birds Sun Themselves
February 27, 2020 —
Avian sunbathing has mystified ornithologists for decades, but some recent research is confirming an old suspicion that the behavior helps fend off lice.
Harriet Tubman, an Unsung Naturalist, Used Owl Calls as a Signal on the Underground Railroad
February 25, 2020 —
The famed conductor traveled at night, employing deep knowledge of the region's environment and wildlife to communicate, navigate, and survive.
When Does a Crossbill's Beak Get Twisted?
February 24, 2020 —
Many birds with unusual beaks aren't born with them.
King Tides Are a Sign of the Future for Oregon's Coast
February 24, 2020 —
Portland Audubon calls on Oregon's congressional delegation to champion the Blue Carbon for Our Planet Act.
