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

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
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Request a Speaker

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

Get Your Birdiful Wheel
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Get Your Birdiful Wheel

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

Become an Audubon Ambassador
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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.

Saving Our Birds Kicks off in the Triangle
Conservation

Saving Our Birds Kicks off in the Triangle

Saving Our Birds will feature a series of programs and events to inspire awareness and understanding of NC native birds and empower people to help conserve the habitats they need to thrive.

Coastal Habitats Support Growing Chicks
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Coastal Habitats Support Growing Chicks

Audubon-managed sanctuary sites support about one-third of the coastal waterbirds that nest in the state. Protecting these sites are essential to maintaining healthy populations of coastal birds.

Leading Conservation – Sound Science and Global Partnerships
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Leading Conservation – Sound Science and Global Partnerships

As our birds don’t live within state borders, neither do our staff. Audubon employs a full life-cycle approach to conservation. Donate to support our work to lead conservation across the entire Atlantic Flyway.

Leading Conservation – Pine Island Sanctuary and Audubon Center
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Leading Conservation – Pine Island Sanctuary and Audubon Center

The 2,600-acre Sanctuary and Audubon Center in Corolla is a special place where birds, wildlife and a very diverse set of ecosystems continue to thrive. Make a donation to support the program.

Leading Conservation – Bird Friendly Communities
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Leading Conservation – Bird Friendly Communities

When Audubon raises its voice for the birds of North Carolina, people listen. It took only two years to create 10,000 new homes for nuthatches. Donate to support our next effort.

How you can help, right now