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Brittany Salmons

Communications Associate

Articles by Brittany Salmons

Waterbird Survey Shows Continued Declines for Beach-nesting Species
Coast

Waterbird Survey Shows Continued Declines for Beach-nesting Species

March 12, 2024 — A 2023 census report shows substantial declines for Black Skimmers, among others. Here's how we’re working to turn the tide.
Executive Order to Restore and Protect NC’s Natural and Working Lands
News

Executive Order to Restore and Protect NC’s Natural and Working Lands

February 15, 2024 — Executive order to conserve and restore 2 million acres of forests and wetlands in North Carolina and plant 1 million new trees in urban areas by 2040.
Trail Cameras Show Perils Facing Oystercatcher Families on the Cape Fear River
Coast

Trail Cameras Show Perils Facing Oystercatcher Families on the Cape Fear River

January 26, 2024 — Less than a quarter of oystercatcher parents were able to successfully raise chicks on the river last summer. Trail camera footage reveals some of the reasons why.
Expansion of Eastern NC Refuge Would Bring Critical Bird Habitat into Conservation
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Expansion of Eastern NC Refuge Would Bring Critical Bird Habitat into Conservation

January 24, 2024 — Audubon and our members backed the proposed expansion of a refuge that supports the highest density of nesting birds in our state.
Your Guide to the Sights and Songs of North Carolina’s Overwintering Birds
Birds

Your Guide to the Sights and Songs of North Carolina’s Overwintering Birds

January 8, 2024 — Winter is a great time to catch a glimpse of unique winter residents as well as some familiar favorites right in your backyard.
Looking Back at a Decade of Building Bird-friendly Communities
Bird-Friendly Communities

Looking Back at a Decade of Building Bird-friendly Communities

December 7, 2023 — 14,000 nest boxes, 40 swift towers, dozens of Lights Out and native plants initiatives, and much more.
Celebrating 10-years of Coastal Stewardship at Wrightsville Beach
News

Celebrating 10-years of Coastal Stewardship at Wrightsville Beach

October 23, 2023 — The Wrightsville Beach Bird Steward program turned 10 this year. Our coastal conservation work wouldn’t be possible without the help of these volunteers.
Audubon Leaders Share Inspiration at Chapter Day
News

Audubon Leaders Share Inspiration at Chapter Day

October 17, 2023 — Chapters from across the state flocked together to share successes from the past year and look forward to what’s to come.
New Study to Uncover the Impacts of Forever Chemicals on Cape Fear Pelicans
News

New Study to Uncover the Impacts of Forever Chemicals on Cape Fear Pelicans

October 17, 2023 — Along with partners at the USGS, our coastal team is digging into what PFAS contamination in the Cape Fear River means for waterbirds.