Birds and Science

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Science is what makes Audubon unique. Our methodology is leading the way in researching sound solutions for bird conservation. In this section, learn how Audubon NC is working to conserve birds and the habitats they call home.

American Oystercatcher

Latin:  Haematopus palliatus

Illustration for American Oystercatcher

Golden-winged Warbler

Latin:  Vermivora chrysoptera

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Wood Thrush

Latin:  Hylocichla mustelina

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Least Tern

Latin:  Sternula antillarum

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Science

Audubon Projects for Scouts – Our Birds Need YOU!
Conservation

Audubon Projects for Scouts – Our Birds Need YOU!

Calling all scouts looking for projects – from troop volunteer opportunities to Eagle Scout and Gold Award projects!

Your Morning Coffee Can Now Support Birds
Eco-Friendly Habitat Management

Your Morning Coffee Can Now Support Birds

“Shade Grown Coffee Supports Migratory Birds” is the new badge of honor for local coffee shops and roasters in Asheville and soon, across the state of North Carolina.

How We Made an Impact in 2016
News

How We Made an Impact in 2016

550 volunteers, 3000 coastal birds, 130 private landowners: this is how Audubon North Carolina made a big impact on birds, wildlife, and human beings in 2016.

A Native North Carolinian’s Lasting Legacy
Conservation

A Native North Carolinian’s Lasting Legacy

Conservationist Michelle Leonard likes to leave our precious North Carolina land a little better than she found it.

Fifth-Grade Junior Engineers Help the Brown-headed Nuthatch
Bird-Friendly Communities

Fifth-Grade Junior Engineers Help the Brown-headed Nuthatch

The Brown-headed Nuthatch is getting a little help from some young friends in Mooresville.

Warwick Mill Bay is Forever Protected for Wildlife Preservation
Conservation

Warwick Mill Bay is Forever Protected for Wildlife Preservation

Nonprofits Band Together to Preserve One of North Carolina’s Last Undisturbed Bays

Request a Speaker
Climate

Request a Speaker

Would you like an Audubon representative to speak at your next event? Request a speaker.

Get Your Birdiful Wheel
Climate

Get Your Birdiful Wheel

Order the Birdiful Wheel poster to bring more bird-friendly activities to your membership.

Become an Audubon Ambassador
Climate

Become an Audubon Ambassador

Learn how you can become an Audubon Ambassador today!

Two Towers Welcome Swifts to Black Mountain
Bird-Friendly Communities

Two Towers Welcome Swifts to Black Mountain

Town of Black Mountain constructs two chimney swift towers for local bird populations.

How you can help, right now