New Legislation to Support Bird Habitat Conservation in Local Communities

New Legislation to Support Bird Habitat Conservation in Local…

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AUDUBON ADVISORY MAY 2025

New Legislation to Support Bird Habitat Conservation in Local Communities

The Local Communities and Bird Habitat Stewardship Act would benefit bird habitats by improving local parks, reducing hazards to birds in urban environments—such as collisions with buildings—and engaging communities with birds and nature. Read more and take action

American Oystercatchers.

Photo of a Golden-cheeked Warbler perched on a branch.

U.S. House Introduces the Migratory Bird Protection Act

Following a recent announcement by the Department of the Interior that weakens the Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA), new legislation has been introduced to safeguard vital protections for birds and make modern-day updates to the law. Read more

Golden-cheeked Warbler.

Photo of a female Wood Duck with ducklings.

The Mississippi River: An Endangered National Treasure

Last month, the Mississippi River was named America’s Most Endangered River. This designation highlights the urgent need to address threats to the river and its crucial habitats for birds. Read more

Wood Duck with chicks.

NEWS FROM THE FLYWAYS

Arizona: Working Together to Pass Rural Groundwater Management (en español)

California: Restoring San Diego’s Coastal Wetlands

Florida: Audubon Reflects on 15 Year Anniversary of Deepwater Horizon Disaster

Louisiana: How the Geaux Green Campus Chapter Builds Community in New Orleans

South Carolina: State Senate Passes Prothonotary Warbler Bill

Texas: Audubon Opposes Legislation That Puts Golden-cheeked Warbler Habitat at Risk

Wisconsin: Audubon Great Lakes Advocates Gather at State Capitol to Call for Conservation Solutions

IMPACT UPDATES

Photo of Northern Pintails and Mallards in flight.

Climate Corner

When it comes to reversing the population declines of birds, the call to act is urgent. The latest State of the Birds report found that species in every habitat of the United States have seen drops in numbers since the last report. Our climate work protects the natural landscapes that not only serve as critical habitat for birds, but also store carbon naturally in soil, trees, and water. Read about how Audubon is helping support policies that benefit birds and people alike.

Northern Pintails and Mallards.

Your Actions at Work

Reflecting on the 15th anniversary of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill, Erik Johnson of Audubon Delta discusses how the disaster spurred a community science effort to monitor oiled birds, which evolved into the long-standing Audubon Coastal Bird Survey. The event also catalyzed major Gulf Coast restoration projects, showing promising recovery for bird habitats and influencing a shift towards more responsible renewable energy development in the region. Read more

Bald Eagle.

Photos from top: Julia Kaplan/Audubon Photography Awards; Jason Crotty/Flickr CC BY 2.0; Joyce Palm/Audubon Photography Awards; Ramesh Kodavatiganti/Audubon Photography Awards (left); Luke Franke/Audubon (right)