Female Mallard next to male Wood Duck, sitting on ice.
Female Mallard next to male Wood Duck, sitting on ice.
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Learn About Birds

Learn about bird behavior, ecology, habitats, and more.
Mallard and Wood Duck. Photo: Matthew Filosa/Audubon Photography Awards
Mallard and Wood Duck. Photo: Matthew Filosa/Audubon Photography Awards
Birds

Learn About Birds

Learn about bird behavior, ecology, habitats, and more.

The more you know about birds, the more there is to love! Being familiar with the habitats they use will also help you find the birds you're looking for. Learning about their amazing behaviors helps you understand what you see them do.

Here are a few resources and programs we've created that can enrich your birding experience.

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Community Naturalist

Our Community Naturalists deliver in-person and virtual environmental education programs to people of all ages to create lasting connections with nature in their communities. These programs include birding information and how you can help conserve them.
Connect With Other Birders

Find an Audubon Chapter

Birding with others can be an excellent way to learn more about birds. Audubon chapters—affiliated but independent bird watching and conservation organizations—are a great way to meet other bird lovers. Find your local chapter to learn about chapter events near you!

News and Stories

Keeping Birds from Hitting Windows is More Important Than You May Think
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Keeping Birds from Hitting Windows is More Important Than You May Think

From Wyoming Public Radio, learn more about bird-window collisions and how you can help prevent them.

Introduced Avian Malaria Strain Found in Colorado Chickadees
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Introduced Avian Malaria Strain Found in Colorado Chickadees

It's the first time this variant has been detected in a wild, non-migratory North American species, but there's no cause for alarm yet, experts say.

Watch: Birding in Wyoming
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Watch: Birding in Wyoming

Wyoming PBS dives into the world of bird watching enthusiasts to explore a healthy hobby that can bring peace to the soul.

The Harrier and the Owl
Gillmor Sanctuary

The Harrier and the Owl

A poetic observation of interesting raptor behavior near Audubon's Gillmor Sanctuary.

The Sugar Dome
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The Sugar Dome

Watch Rufous and Broad-tailed hummingbirds face off for dominance!

Sandhill Crane Migration & Courtship
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Sandhill Crane Migration & Courtship

Spring is in the air, and that means two things for Sandhill Cranes...

Discouraging Big Bossy Birds From Eating All Your Bird Seed
Habitat Hero

Discouraging Big Bossy Birds From Eating All Your Bird Seed

Learn tips and tricks to stop backyard bullies.

The Art of Photographing American Avocets
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The Art of Photographing American Avocets

Make your photos stand out with these tips.

The San Luis Valley Crane Migration
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The San Luis Valley Crane Migration

Experience Colorado's crane migration through the gorgeous photography of a young Audubon member.

How to Shoot (Good) Bird Videos with Your Camera

How to Shoot (Good) Bird Videos with Your Camera

Do you want to capture a bird's every dip and call? Learn to break in the video mode on your digital camera.

People survey birds in a garden at sunrise.

Staff and volunteers conduct a bird survey. Photo: Evan Barrientos/Audubon Rockies

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Bird Identification

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Where to Find Birds

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