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Least Tern chicks on Lido Key under a triangular, wooden chick shelter. Adult Least tern in the background in flight. Photo: Kylie Wilson
̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Uses Chick Shelters to Give Beach Birds a Break
December 31, 2021 — To give the birds some relief, ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Florida staff and volunteers employ chick shelters at nesting sites on the sand and on gravel rooftops.
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The Snail and Swallow-tailed Kites sitting side by side at the Center for Birds of Prey. Photo: Tabitha Smith
This Snail Kite is the Newest Bird Ambassador at the ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Center for Birds of Prey
December 31, 2021 — Snail Kites are federally endangered and, while historically their populations have been centered around Lake Okeechobee and the Everglades, their range has been expanding.
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Christmas Bird Counts in Latin America and the Caribbean Add Valuable Bird Data
December 22, 2021 — Today, counts are set up in 28 different countries outside the United States and Canada, helping with bird conservation.
International
Roseate Spoonbill at the water's edge
Christmas Bird Count Provides a Look at Environmental Health
December 22, 2021 — A brief look at the counts at Everglades Science Center and Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary.
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Science Partners Demonstrate Importance of Adequate Water Levels for Birds at Great Salt Lake
December 22, 2021 — Analysis highlights the need to maintain and increase surface flows for birds.
Western Water News
Ask Kenn: What is the Most Widespread Bird in the World?
December 22, 2021 — Seems simple, doesn’t it? Think again.
Bird Questions and Facts
A small bird with a proportionally large beak, and orangey-red plumage on its face and chest perches on a tree branch and holds a small, pink flower blossom in its beak.
10 Fun Facts about the House Finch
December 21, 2021 — These common and adaptable birds provide a welcome pop of color at feeders from coast to coast. But they weren’t always so ubiquitous.
Bird Questions and Facts
A Roseate Spoonbill in flight against a blue sky. Photo: Michael Fahn/̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Photography Awards.
Five Big ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Florida Wins in 2021
December 20, 2021 — We reflect on strides forward for birds and the places they need.
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