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Brittany Salmons

Communications Associate

Articles by Brittany Salmons

Get to Know our National Bird
Birds

Get to Know our National Bird

February 3, 2025 — The Bald Eagle was officially declared the U.S. National Bird on Christmas Eve, here’s what you may not know about America’s favorite bird as their breeding season kicks off.
Fast-Growing County Passes Bird-Friendly Development Policies, Thanks to Audubon Chapter
Urban Forestry

Fast-Growing County Passes Bird-Friendly Development Policies, Thanks to Audubon Chapter

January 9, 2025 — New Hope Bird Alliance helped pass bird-friendly land-use policies that will help guide Chatham County development.
Pine Island Year in Review: Marsh Research, Wildlife Surveys, and More
Donal O'Brien Jr.  Sanctuary And Audubon Center

Pine Island Year in Review: Marsh Research, Wildlife Surveys, and More

November 19, 2024 — We launched new research and advanced restoration projects at our Outer Banks sanctuary, with the help of new partnerships, staff, and volunteers.
The Silver Lining for a Declining Grassland Songbird
News

The Silver Lining for a Declining Grassland Songbird

October 18, 2024 — Henslow’s Sparrows have been declining since the 1950s, but their resilience and an unlikely safe haven provide hope for their survival.
Less Light, More Trees for Migrating Birds
Urban Forestry

Less Light, More Trees for Migrating Birds

October 16, 2024 — Cities and towns can be places where migrating birds thrive—with the expansion and conservation of our urban forests.
Audubon Members Gather at NC Summit
News

Audubon Members Gather at NC Summit

October 10, 2024 — In the wake of Hurricane Helene, staff and chapters come together to strengthen bonds, share inspiration.
Coastal Nesting Recap: Piping Plover Fledglings, Poop Research, Coyotes, and More
Coast

Coastal Nesting Recap: Piping Plover Fledglings, Poop Research, Coyotes, and More

September 20, 2024 — Birds at Audubon’s coastal sanctuaries faced a number of challenges this year—some of which were too much to overcome.
Endangered Celebrity Shorebird Arrives in NC for the Winter
Coast

Endangered Celebrity Shorebird Arrives in NC for the Winter

August 29, 2024 — A hand-reared Piping Plover from Lake Michigan has returned to NC for her second winter, with help from Audubon on both sides of her migration journey.
Why Audubon is Launching an Urban Forestry Program in NC
Urban Forestry

Why Audubon is Launching an Urban Forestry Program in NC

August 14, 2024 — North Carolina is losing trees in urban and suburban areas at a faster rate than anywhere else. We're working to change that.