National Audubon Society

Articles by National Audubon Society

Audubon Declares a 'Bird Emergency,' Demands Immediate Action After Scientists Reveal Huge Losses of North American Birds
September 19, 2019 — ‘We have to act now to protect the places birds count on: Places like the Arctic, Great Lakes, Everglades and the Colorado River must be a priority.’
Audubon Opposes Final Repeal of Clean Water Rule
September 12, 2019 — Repeal threatens drinking water, outdoor economy, birds and other wildlife.
New Seabird Study Highlights Importance of Healthy Forage Fish Populations in Warming World
September 12, 2019 — After 23 years studying the nesting success of puffins, razorbills and murres in the Gulf of Maine, research from Audubon and the University of New Brunswick supports the call for improved protections for forage fish populations.
Audubon Urges Congress to Permanently Protect the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge
September 11, 2019 — Birds from every U.S. state rely on the Arctic Refuge.
Audubon-Sponsored Bill Protecting California’s Birds Clears State Legislature
September 04, 2019 — AB 454 now moves to Governor’s desk for signature.
7 Birds That Breed in the Arctic
September 03, 2019 — The long Arctic summers provide a rich habitat for many migratory birds. Get to know seven common species that love to spend time up north.
Audubon Honors Conservation Pioneer Dr. Steve Kress for a 45-Year Legacy Saving Seabirds
August 26, 2019 — After decades of groundbreaking seabird restoration, a conservation hero announces a well-earned retirement.
New Endangered Species Act Rules Will Weaken Protections for Birds and Other Imperiled Wildlife
August 12, 2019 — Final regulations diminish science-based decision-making and will reduce protections for birds.
New UN Report Affirms Importance of Land-Use Initiatives in Fighting Climate Change
August 08, 2019 — Report affirms importance of programs like Audubon’s Conservation Ranching Initiative and findings of recent report on fate of birds in America’s grasslands.
New Report Finds Increased Oil and Gas Leasing and Drilling in Priority Sage-Grouse Habitat
August 02, 2019 — Despite a formal directive to keep leasing, drilling outside sage-grouse habitat, federal agencies have pushed to develop in priority habitat.