10 Conservation Takeaways from the closing days of the 118th Congress – 7 Wins & 3 Misses
December 24, 2024
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New Fund Promises Billions of Dollars for Global Conservation
December 20, 2024 —
Congress establishes U.S. Foundation for International Conservation to bridge financial gap for communities, tribes and others working to ensure healthy lands and waters
Terror Birds, Giga-Geese, and the Oldest Birds of Prey? 2024’s Fascinating Avian Fossil Finds
December 20, 2024 —
From mega leg bones to tiny, perfect skulls, fossils this year revealed crucial insights into bird evolution.
These 7 Books About Plants Deserve a Spot on Your Birding Bookshelf
December 18, 2024 —
From how bees see the world to what berries can teach us about the economy, these recent titles provide an infusion of botanical wonder.
Long Before Pantone, This Bird-Based System for Describing Color Was a Hit
December 17, 2024 —
In the early 20th century, ornithologist Robert Ridgway published a massive dictionary to categorize birds’ hues, from Peacock Blue to Duck Green. His work still resonates for artists and designers today.
California Voters Said Yes to Prop 4, a Win for Birds, People, and Our Shared Future
December 16, 2024 —
Consistent advocacy work across Audubon's community helped make this important public investment happen.
The Bald Eagle Is Finally, Officially Our National Bird—Thanks to This Man
December 14, 2024 —
Preston Cook’s love of the iconic raptor has led to a collection of 40,000 objects and, now, a quest to finally bring the bird the recognition that it deserves.
The Long View
December 13, 2024 —
Pull back to look at the big picture, and you may glean valuable insights.
How Much Longer Can These Cold-Loving Birds Last in the Rapidly Warming Rockies?
December 13, 2024 —
In Colorado and New Mexico, scientists put in long days scouring the high country for signs of how well White-tailed Ptarmigan can adapt.
