Conservation groups express optimism after Biden elected
Leaders of Audubon, Defenders of Wildlife, and others share hopes for new administration. Read More “Conservation groups express optimism after Biden elected”
Conservation
Coverage of climate change, habitat loss, pesticides, and other threats to birds, as well as how birders and conservationists are responding.
Updates on endangered woodpecker, rail, crow, and sage-grouse
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service listed Eastern Black Rail, is downlisting Red-cockaded Woodpecker, and is under fire for not protecting sage-grouse. Read More “Updates on endangered woodpecker, rail, crow, and sage-grouse”
Oregon Zoo relocates 44 condors due to fire threat
26 birds were taken to The Peregrine Fund in Idaho while 18 others went to the zoo’s Portland facility. Read More “Oregon Zoo relocates 44 condors due to fire threat”
Two condor chicks die in California wildfire
Nine free-flying adults are still missing three weeks after fire destroyed sanctuary. Read More “Two condor chicks die in California wildfire”
At least 28 extinctions prevented by conservation action since 1993
Study shows that without conservation actions, extinction rates would have been around 3-4 times greater. Read More “At least 28 extinctions prevented by conservation action since 1993”
13 condors missing after wildfire destroys Big Sur Sanctuary
The missing birds include four chicks that were still in their nests. Read More “13 condors missing after wildfire destroys Big Sur Sanctuary”
Court decision ‘a much-needed win for migratory birds’
Conservation groups cheer judge’s ruling supporting the Migratory Bird Treaty Act. Read More “Court decision ‘a much-needed win for migratory birds’”
Young Piping Plover dies after people remove it from beach
Officials remind public not to disturb or interfere with plovers or other wildlife. Read More “Young Piping Plover dies after people remove it from beach”