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

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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

Get a Bird’s Eye View of this Year’s Coastal Nesting Season
Coast

Get a Bird’s Eye View of this Year’s Coastal Nesting Season

Audubon's coastal sanctuaries saw another generation of baby birds into the world. With new projects on the horizon, we’ll be better equipped to help them survive.

See How Black Skimmers Are Faring this Summer
Coast

See How Black Skimmers Are Faring this Summer

Since 2014, waterbird surveys have shown a decline in nesting Black Skimmer pairs. Here’s how they're doing this summer.

Curtis Smalling Named Interim Executive Director
News

Curtis Smalling Named Interim Executive Director

Curtis is taking the reins after more than 20 years with Audubon.

Midseason Coastal Nesting Update: Baby Birds Get New Bling
Coast

Midseason Coastal Nesting Update: Baby Birds Get New Bling

Thousands of birds have been banded and colonial waterbirds counted as summer heats up. Now it’s the public’s turn to help by reporting their sightings.

Inside this Year’s Big Colonial Waterbird Count
Coast

Inside this Year’s Big Colonial Waterbird Count

From Currituck to the Cape Fear, biologists are scouring the coast this summer for a sweeping waterbird census.

Tagged Golden-winged Warblers Return After Cross-Continent Journey
Conserve Golden-Wings

Tagged Golden-winged Warblers Return After Cross-Continent Journey

Tiny songbirds bring radio-tracking backpacks back to North Carolina, along with important data.

Top Wins for Birds in 2022
News

Top Wins for Birds in 2022

The work of Audubon’s dedicated staff and our members truly spanned the state in 2022.

2022 U.S. State of the Birds Report Reveals Widespread Losses of Birds in All Habitats—Except for One
Conservation

2022 U.S. State of the Birds Report Reveals Widespread Losses of Birds in All Habitats—Except for One

In 50 years, birds have increased overall in wetlands, a singular exception that shows the way forward for saving birds and benefiting people.

The Bird Migration Explorer Lets You Interact With Nature’s Most Amazing Feat
Science

The Bird Migration Explorer Lets You Interact With Nature’s Most Amazing Feat

With this revolutionary new tool, anyone can follow hundreds of species on their epic journeys and discover challenges they face along the way.

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