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In 2021, the Everglades Experienced its Second-highest Nesting Effort for Many Wading Bird Species in 80 Years
Everglades

In 2021, the Everglades Experienced its Second-highest Nesting Effort for Many Wading Bird Species in 80 Years

Are restoration and conservation efforts improving the health of the Everglades? The birds tell us.

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EagleWatch Celebrates 30 Years of Raptor Conservation
Audubon Center For Birds Of Prey

EagleWatch Celebrates 30 Years of Raptor Conservation

This year, EagleWatch celebrates 30 years of eagle conservation, a major milestone for the program and for Florida’s Bald Eagle population.

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Beach Bird Nesting Season is Already Underway in the Panhandle
Coastal Conservation

Beach Bird Nesting Season is Already Underway in the Panhandle

Staff spotted the first Snowy Plover nest on Dog Island on February 21, 2023

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News & Updates

Mid-Season Spoonbill Nesting Update
Everglades

Mid-Season Spoonbill Nesting Update

While some chicks have already successfully left the nest, parent birds struggle to find food amidst unpredictable water levels.

Audubon Sabal Point Sanctuary Dedicated to Charles Lee
Conservation

Audubon Sabal Point Sanctuary Dedicated to Charles Lee

The dedication occurred during a meeting of the Florida Audubon Society board.

Audubon Florida Concerned that the USFWS Proposes Removal of Wood Stork from Endangered Species Act Protection
Press Center

Audubon Florida Disappointed that the USFWS Removes Wood Stork from Endangered Species Act Protection

by Julie Wraithmell, Executive Director, Audubon Florida

Audubon Florida Names Kim Dryden 2022 Everglades Champion
Audubon Assembly

Audubon Florida Names Kim Dryden 2022 Everglades Champion

Federal biologist Kim Dryden is a champion for listed species throughout Southwest Florida.

A Familiar Face: Former Raptor Trauma Clinic Intern Joins the Winter Park Veterinary Hospital Team
Audubon Center For Birds Of Prey

A Familiar Face: Former Raptor Trauma Clinic Intern Joins the Winter Park Veterinary Hospital Team

Dr. Eric Los Kamp treats a variety of exotic animals at the Hospital, including some of the Raptor Trauma Clinic's toughest cases.

Audubon Joined Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland for Tour of the Everglades
Everglades

Audubon Joined Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland for Tour of the Everglades

The field trip served as a fitting end to an exciting Everglades Coalition Conference.

Audubon Center for Birds of Prey Celebrates 700 Eagle Release Milestone
News

Audubon Center for Birds of Prey Celebrates 700 Eagle Release Milestone

A rehabilitated Bald Eagle is returned back to the wild.

Meeting the Challenges of Climate Change Isn’t Just for the Birds
Climate

Meeting the Challenges of Climate Change Isn’t Just for the Birds

Small businesses and entrepreneurs are creating jobs while improving the resilience of local communities and beyond.

Audubon Florida’s Conservation Leadership Initiative Welcomes the Class of 2022-23
Chapters & Centers

Audubon Florida’s Conservation Leadership Initiative Welcomes the Class of 2022-23

Every year, the Conservation Leadership Initiative (CLI) welcomes 25 Florida college students and 25 Audubon chapter mentors into the program. We strive to inspire the next generation of environmental leaders through building relationships, networking, and creating experiential learning opportunities. This year’s class represents 16 different Florida colleges and 16 local Audubon Chapters, covering regions from the Panhandle to South Florida and everywhere in between.

Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary Celebrates 1,000 Acres of Restoration
News

Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary Celebrates 1,000 Acres of Restoration

We are grateful to our staff, partners, and donors who have made this milestone possible.

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