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Migratory Birds and Capital Return
January 31, 2024 — The rapid rate of climate change and its impact on biodiversity is not being matched by timely actions. The Americas Flyways Initiative aims to close the gap.
A New Plan for Offshore Wind Research Will Help Prioritize Seabirds and Other Wildlife
January 25, 2024 — The RWSC science plan will guide offshore wind and wildlife studies along the East Coast.
Renewable Energy
A round, fluffy-looking owl sits in a tree hollow in the falling snow.
How Do Birds Cope With Cold Winter Weather?
January 24, 2024 — From fluffing up to hunkering down, birds rely on these survival strategies when the temperature dips.
Bird Questions and Facts
Science to Help Birds and Reduce Costs in the Colorado River Delta
January 22, 2024 — A new publication uses machine learning to optimize habitat restoration.
Migration Science
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Certifies Cheyenne River Buffalo Ranch, Home of Wild Idea Buffalo Co., as Bird-Friendly Habitat
January 22, 2024 — Dan O’Brien’s pioneering company will be first to carry new bison version of the ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Certified bird-friendly seal
Conservation Ranching News
2024 ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Photography Awards Open for Entries with New Birds in Landscapes Prize
January 10, 2024 — The North American photography and video contest is accepting entries until February 28, 2024.
A New Study in Wyoming Will Test Whether Black Paint Helps Birds Avoid Wind Turbines
December 27, 2023 — The research aims to evaluate the effects of contrast painting on wind turbine rotor blades in the largest such study yet.
Renewable Energy
Momentum Gaining on Important Water Work to Benefit Birds and People in the West
December 18, 2023 — Great Salt Lake, Colorado River, Salton Sea, and other lakes, rivers, and wetlands need lasting solutions.
Western Water News
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Supports Introduction of Bill That Would Promote Native Plants in Federal Projects
December 15, 2023 — Native plants help birds find the food and habitat they need in a changing climate.
COP28 Agreement Represents Progress for Biodiversity, But More Urgent Action is Needed
December 13, 2023 — The final agreement reached by negotiators at the COP28 summit in Dubai contained some historic language on fossil fuels and biodiversity, but ultimately represents the bare minimum of what must be done to address climate change.