Birdwatching

• AAudubon News2026-10-15✓ Read

  Shaping the Future of Global Conservation at COP17

  This month, governments, civil society, Indigenous people, companies, and other organizations from around the world will gather in Yerevan, Armenia for the 17th Conference of the Parties to the

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  Audubon Receives NFWF Grassland Resilience and Conservation Initiative Award

  The National Audubon Society has been awarded nearly $4 million dollars from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation Grassland Resilience and Conservation Initiative (GRACI) grant, an investment

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  South Dakota’s Prairie Fest 2026

  If you spend a day on the South Dakota prairie with its rustling grasses, bright blooms, open skies, and rich wildlife, then it’s easy to understand why so many people are passionate about

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• 110,000 Birds2026-10-15✓ Read

  In Search of the American Wigeon

  The American Wigeon (Mareca americana) is one of North America’s most distinctive dabbling ducks and one of my favorites. Whether you’re a birder scanning a quiet marsh or a wildlife photographer waiting patiently along the shoreline, these handsome waterfowl reward careful observation with striking colors and fascinating behavior. Their unique appearance and unmistakable call make them a popular… Source

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• 110,000 Birds2026-10-15✓ Read

  Demotivational Posters for Birds (LII)

  We asked four birds what motivates them. They should have been more careful. Source

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  Birds That Definitely Listen To Punk Music

  Punk has never been primarily about musical ability. Neither has being a bird. Some species, however, are more qualified than others. Hoatzin: I was thinking of leaving this one out, as it is just such an obvious choice. No comments on the omission would have meant nobody reads my posts. But that thought was too terrifying to contemplate. Lesser Adjutant: Looks like an old-time punk… Source

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• 110,000 Birds2026-10-15✓ Read

  Kiwibit Smart Birdfeeder is Brilliant

  There are a lot of smart bird feeders out there in the market and while I have been intrigued by the idea of them, I often wondered if they are really worth it. When I got the chance to “test drive” the Kiwibit Bird Feeder 2 Pro 4K AI Camera with Solar Panel Smart Birdfeeder, I went for it. I was curious and decided it would be interesting to see which birds came to my feeder when I wasn’t looking. Source

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• BBirdNote Daily2026-10-15Audio✓ Read

  Four North American Gnatcatchers

  Gnatcatchers are tiny, black and gray songbirds native to the Americas. Though they don’t typically catch gnats on the wing, gnatcatchers are often found moving rapidly through the high canopy as they glean insects from leaves. There are four species found in the U.S. and Canada: Blue-gray Gnatcatchers, Black-tailed Gnatcatchers, Black-capped Gnatcatchers, and California Gnatcatchers. It takes time and effort to find them all, but these charismatic birds are worth the journey.

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• AAudubon News2026-10-14✓ Read

  Restoring Grasslands, Strengthening Ranching: Why the RANCH Act Matters for the Great Plains

  Across the Great Plains, grasslands are the foundation of thriving ranching operations, healthy wildlife populations, and resilient rural communities. Yet these critical landscapes continue to face

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• AAudubon News2026-10-14✓ Read

  Summer Camp Highlights in the Great Plains

  A glimpse into summer’s adventures.

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  Kentucky Warbler Migration from the Great Plains to the Tropics

  While it has long been known that many songbirds complete vast migrations from the temperate zones to the tropics each year, surprisingly few species have been tracked along their entire journey

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  Letter from the Vice President

  As we welcome fall across the Great Plains, I find myself reflecting on the many ways conservation takes shape. Some moments are big and worthy of celebration, while others may seem small at first

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  Red-headed Woodpecker by Zac Cody

  Painted: 10/7/2025About the Mural: Cast in drifting shadows, a mural splays across the concrete underpass stretching across a portion of the Wabash River in Warren County, Indiana. Broad strokes of

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• BBirdLife International2026-10-14✓ Read

  African Bird Club passes £750,000 milestone for bird conservation in Africa

  The African Bird Club (ABC) has passed a major conservation milestone, providing £755,241 in grants for bird conservation across Africa since its Conservation Awards programme began in 1996. Over the past 30 years, ABC has supported 383 projects in 53 countries and territories, helping around 300 individuals and organisations carry out practical conservation, scientific research… Source

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• 110,000 Birds2026-10-14✓ Read

  The Turkey Vulture

  I know that the Turkey Vulture is not everyone’s favourite bird, but I admire them. Even to me, they aren’t very handsome looking, except in flight, when they gracefully soar upon the thermals. They are the carrion clean-up crew, getting rid of roadkill and other diseased carcass

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  Ask a Birder: Do Extroverts Cheat More?

  Of course, the clickbait headline is immediately followed by a partial disclaimer: Not exactly. First, the birds examined weren’t cheating. And second, they weren’t exactly extroverts either. But that wouldn’t make for a good headline, and maybe you wouldn’t even read this post then. So, let’s explain. Eurasian Tree Sparrows often forage in groups. Typically, some birds (“producers”)… Source

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• BBirdNote Daily2026-10-14Audio✓ Read

  Birding 101: Finding Birds Any Time of Day

  Morning is a great time for birding – that’s the peak of singing and foraging activity for many species. But it’s not the only time to experience birds. Some species, such as American Robins, sing for much of the day. Daytime predators such as hawks and cormorants are active in the middle of the day. Some birds such as Common Nighthawks sweep the sky for insects at dusks. And many owls come awake at night!

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  Brent Geese spotted in Dungarvan Bay

  By Tania Dey Tania Dey is an academic specialising in chemistry, materials, and nanotechnology, with 20 years of post-PhD experience from North America and Europe, and is currently relocated to India. She is also an amateur photographer with a great passion for nature. She can be reached at taniadey@hotmail.com I used to live on Tramore Beach while I was working as a full-time lecturer… Source

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• AAudubon News2026-10-13✓ Read

  Dig in for Birds this Native Plants Week

  GARNER, NC—Kick off the fall planting season by celebrating North Carolina Native Plants Week from October 19-25. The week highlights the importance of native plants for birds, pollinators, and

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• BBirdLife International2026-10-13✓ Read

  Massive killing of protected birds in Malta

  When heavy storms swept across the Mediterranean this September, the Maltese islands offered a sanctuary for thousands of exhausted migratory birds. As soon as the storms calmed and the skies cleared, it was the perfect moment for birdwatchers to get out and spot rare species that would soon continue their journey. Unfortunately, they were not the only ones waiting and pursuing the beauty of… Source

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