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A black and white seabird floats in blue water.
Warmer Oceans Are Driving More Frequent Seabird Die-Offs, Preventing Populations From Recovering
August 31, 2023 — A new study used long-term volunteer data to show that marine heatwaves are linked to mass avian mortality at sea.
Climate
White owl on tundra
Knowing the Iñupiat Names for Birds
August 23, 2023 — Robin Mongoyak of Utqiagvik has been documenting the Iñupiat names for bird species on Alaska's North Slope—including pronunciation.
ALASKA Arctic Lands
A soil sensor on a post surrounded by cattle fencing in a pasture.
Sensing the Soil
August 18, 2023 — Soil moisture sensors installed on seven ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡-certified Ranches in Colorado.
ROCKIES Conservation Ranching
Shorebird walking on tundra
Introducing Tullik’s Odyssey: The American Golden-Plover Southbound Migration Project
August 07, 2023 — Follow tagged American Golden-Plovers from Alaska to Argentina to highlight the importance of migratory bird habitat.
ALASKA Arctic Lands
Bluffs give scenic view of Congaree National Park. They’re now protected from development.
August 05, 2023 — Bluffs overlooking Congaree National Park are being protected from development as part of a deal that will preserve 400 acres in Calhoun County just south of the 27,000-acre park, according to a state agency and two conservation organizations.
SOUTH CAROLINA Grasslands, Aridlands and Forests
A gray and yellow warbler lies dead on a sidewalk, feet up in the air, while people and cars pass by, the busy city in the background.
Unseen Danger: One Day of Deadly Window Strikes for New York’s Birds
June 26, 2023 — Go behind the scenes with the dedicated New Yorkers working to stop the flood of avoidable deaths that occur in the city each migration season.
Conservation Challenges
People stand behind Governor Polis as he signs a bill in a montane meadow.
Stream Restoration Legislation Will Benefit Birds and People in Colorado
June 21, 2023 — New law is a win and a good first step to clarifying stream restoration activities.
ROCKIES Western Water
Three individuals stand among tall grass and shrubs reaching for plants along a river.
Flowing Together: Colorado’s Streams Need Your Help
June 14, 2023 — Volunteer to help improve critical bird habitat in Colorado.
ROCKIES Western Water
Group of people in mountainous area
Voices of the Arctic
May 12, 2023 — Read more about an ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Alaska intern's travel to the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge to interview local Iñupiat and Gwich’in elders.
ALASKA Arctic Refuge