Birding Contents Archive

Did you know the Clean Water Act turned 50 this year? It's hard to overstate how vital this legislation was & is in reducing how much pollution flows into our waterways—ensuring clean & abundant water is essential for birds & communities. https://t.co/3KhsAoXHr0 #BirdsNeedWater https://t.co/nmsKRAnqkW

The ornithologist James Welty once said that “birds lead intense lives.” Perhaps no bird group embodies that phrase better than hummingbirds. Given the extreme stop-and-go nature of their lives, it's reasonable to wonder, how long do hummingbirds live? https://t.co/S0YnbEGNhf https://t.co/ZuzJMb2GTE

One of our 2022 Young Birders of the Year, Zita Robinson, was recently featured in the Washington Post. Read about her birding journey and the opportunities the ABA has for young birders! https://t.co/RRjKrKRk3C

"Birds are an integral part of our world. Each different and unique species is a puzzle part that plays an important and vital role in our very existence." ⁠— ABC Member #BecauseBirds - Why does the world need birds? Tell us: https://t.co/rjxUMfhk4d Bird pic: Cerulean Warbler https://t.co/0Pr6BxnJql

Thanks to the tens of thousands of @AudubonCA members who raised their voices in support over the last 2 years, the Equitable Outdoor Access Act has been signed into law—it’ll help connect more people with nature & help us build #BirdFriendly communities. https://t.co/nT7uZTPxSE

Earlier this year, writer Elizabeth Preston (@Inkfish) and her kids tried to rescue an unwanted baby bird in a driveway. The experience inspired her to reflect on the challenges of parenting—and of maintaining our compassion—during a tough few years. https://t.co/Ygtt3lF1Jq

#BirdsTellUs that more habitat conservation is needed to help protect them from climate change impacts, but a new Audubon study shows that not all approaches to identifying those important areas are created equal. https://t.co/77283b0QQe

How well do you know your feathered neighbors? Don't take common birds like the American Robin for granted. Learn some facts about backyard birds when you click the link: https://t.co/piCEcua4kc Photo: American Robin by Michael J. Parr https://t.co/oUHeFeIVMx

🤔 How can you protect birds from colliding with powerlines? 🔎 This new study commissioned by our German Partner NABU has the complete overview, with a closer look at the best available solutions and examples. ➡️ https://t.co/6W7X9qp9ls

This month’s eBirder of the Month challenge, sponsored by @ZEISSBirding will help you find & share more #birds using the power of your mobile device. The winner will be drawn from eBirders who submit 30+ eligible checklists with eBird Mobile in November. https://t.co/zQtt7m9WES

A recent study co-authored by one of @AudubonAmericas leading scientists, Jorge Velásquez-Tibatá, proposed a new workflow for mapping species’ distributions that would increase precision and be easier to reproduce. https://t.co/UG5qBEwADb

Connecticut Warblers are one of our least-understood migratory birds. A recent study by Michael Hallworth (@MTHallworth), et al. suggests forest conservation on both ends of its migration is key to its survival. https://t.co/m6OMndth8P @MigConnectivity https://t.co/jqF56ZVGKN

The study, published in @EcographyJourna, offers important insights on how we can strategically achieve conservation goals to help birds adapt to a changing climate now and in the future. https://t.co/qAvCNqHwbD

#BirdsTellUs we're in a climate emergency and it's wreaking havoc on our communities, our lands, and our waters. Pledge to stand with us as we work toward science-based solutions. Take action today: https://t.co/amNcxsMkXB https://t.co/7yjhvwY5B2

Fall migration is in full swing for many bird species right now. As people across the hemisphere marvel at the vast array of birds passing by their homes, it also reminds us that there once were many more. Telling us—all of us—it's time to take action. https://t.co/sx0MfXhaOR