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Indiana Wetlands Task Force Call for More Protections of State’s Wetlands
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Indiana Wetlands Task Force Call for More Protections of State’s Wetlands

Brian Vigue, Audubon Great Lakes Statement on the Task Force’s Final Report Recommendations

Audubon Great Lakes Habitat Restoration Interns Restore Bird Habitat on Chicago’s Southwest Side
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Audubon Great Lakes Habitat Restoration Interns Restore Bird Habitat on Chicago’s Southwest Side

Internship program kick starting careers in environmentalism and conservation

2022 U.S. State of the Birds Report Reveals Widespread Losses of Birds in All Habitats—Except for One
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2022 U.S. State of the Birds Report Reveals Widespread Losses of Birds in All Habitats—Except for One

In 50 years, birds have increased overall in wetlands, a singular exception that shows the way forward for saving birds and benefiting people.

As Climate Change Threatens Birds, Great Lakes States Recognize the Importance of Clean Energy
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As Climate Change Threatens Birds, Great Lakes States Recognize the Importance of Clean Energy

Celebrate Clean Energy Week, September 26 – 30, 2022

First-of-Its-Kind Digital Platform Reveals Migration Data for Birds Across the Americas Just In Time for Fall Migration
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First-of-Its-Kind Digital Platform Reveals Migration Data for Birds Across the Americas Just In Time for Fall Migration

Interactive digital platform visualizes the incredible journeys of migratory birds, how they connect us across the hemisphere, and the widespread challenges they face throughout their full annual cycle.

New Study Tracks Waterbird Use of Chicago-area Wetlands
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New Study Tracks Waterbird Use of Chicago-area Wetlands

Research shows that wetland birds are using Chicagoland wetlands, despite the heavy surrounding urbanization

“Bird the Preserves” During Fall Migration Season
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“Bird the Preserves” During Fall Migration Season

The Forest Preserves of Cook County offers hotspots like Eggers Grove, a hidden gem for birding on Chicago’s Southeast Side

Building Properly Siting Transmission Lines Needed to Secure a Safer Future for Birds and People
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Building Properly Siting Transmission Lines Needed to Secure a Safer Future for Birds and People

We can expand renewable energy and protect birds

Great Lakes Piping Plovers Have a Record-breaking Breeding Season
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Great Lakes Piping Plovers Have a Record-breaking Breeding Season

Piping plover recovery partners are celebrating many successes as the summer comes to a close

Senator Tammy Baldwin Tours Allouez Bay Restoration Project with Audubon Great Lakes to Discuss Importance of Federal Policy on Local Conservation
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Senator Tammy Baldwin Tours Allouez Bay Restoration Project with Audubon Great Lakes to Discuss Importance of Federal Policy on Local Conservation

Audubon Great Lakes Shares Wetland Restoration Work, Thanks Sen. Baldwin for Championing Conservation Policy to Protect Wisconsin Birds and Natural Resources

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