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Great Egret Society

The Great Egret Society is a group of ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡â€™s most passionate donors who help protect and defend birds with generous contributions of $500 or more annually. We are incredibly grateful for this outstanding level of support.

Check out our special digital content

  • ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡â€™s Birds and Offshore Wind: Developing the Offshore Wind that Birds Need. You can view a recording of .
  • The Magic of Migration at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary, with Sanctuary Director Keith Laakkonen. Watch a recording of . 
  • ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡â€™s Bird Migration Explorer webinar (MidAtlantic).  on how to use this online tool to learn more about the heroic annual journeys made by over 450 bird species, and the challenges they face along the way.
  • What’s good for birds is also good for climate change mitigation. Learn more in our latest report on Natural Climate Solutions.
  • Explore the 2025 ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Photography Awards winners—now featuring Chile and Colombia. Check them out here.

Great Egret Society Impact Reports

If you’d like to view more reports showing ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡â€™s impact over the years, please visit our report hub.

Featured Posts
Birds on the Move
White-crowned Sparrows
Birds on the Move

Nearly 350 ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ members describe a favorite fall migration story.

The Joy of Being a Bird Ambassador
A woman and child birding together
The Joy of Being a Bird Ambassador

More than 300 ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ members described a time when they introduced others to the wonderful world of birds.

Remember that ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ depends on your support to do the conservation work that we do.
In Fight Against Coal, Court Sides With Clean Power Plan
January 26, 2016 — Even though several states are trying to delay implementation of this clean energy rule, a recent court decision is pushing it forward.
The Surprising Way Birds Are Trying to Dodge Climate Change
January 25, 2016 — New research shows that some birds are moving faster than ever to keep up with shifting climates. Here’s where they’re going.
Gimme Shelter: How Do Birds Survive A Snow Storm?
January 22, 2016 — Birds are incredibly resourceful in the face of severe winter weather.
̽»¨¾«Ñ¡â€™s Zachary Slavin Explains Why Starling Flocks Captivate
January 22, 2016 — One of the most destructive bird species in North America is also one of the most stunning when flying in a flock.
What’s Up With This Weird Winter Weather?
January 21, 2016 — Unusual storms, warm spells, and stranded seabirds—we asked a few experts if climate change is to blame.
These 5 Countries Are the Biggest Plastic Polluters
January 21, 2016 — Ocean plastic harms seabirds and other wildlife, and a recent report zeroes in on the top culprits.
Why Do Owls Bob Their Heads?
January 20, 2016 — Here's the secret behind the head-turning phenomenon.
The Surprising Place Marbled Murrelets Nest—And How It Could Doom Them
January 19, 2016 — An age-old fight between conservationists and loggers pins this seabird in the middle.
The Bee-Pesticide Problem, Explained
January 15, 2016 — A new study highlights the threat of imidacloprid, an insecticide used on many crops.
What Obama's Last State of the Union Said About Climate Change
January 13, 2016 — The president called to reform fossil fuel development on public lands and accelerate the growth of clean energy.