Updates

— Artificial plants, string, and netting can harm birds. Here's how to make your decor safe for them—and, with a bit of effort, even welcoming.

— New studies suggest that northern populations of White-breasted Nuthatches might also have irruptive years—and 2020 is one of them.

— Left unburned, woody vegetation is crowding out habitat, but proactive landowners are learning to use fire to restore America’s grasslands.

— With fall migration well underway, birders can appreciate the ecological and societal importance of global mobility during a difficult year.

— In 1918, an avian flu virus became a devastating human contagion. Scientist studying shorebirds and waterfowl are hoping they can foresee such events and possibly even prevent them.

— Also this month: How did Hawaii get its owls? And who is the best ear birder Kenn's ever met?

— Sales are through the roof for seed suppliers, birdhouse builders, and small businesses helping people connect with the nature in their backyards.

— As Audubon deepens its commitment to antiracism, we owe members and others a full accounting and reckoning with John James Audubon himself.

— This year's top shots delight with dazzling colors and fresh perspectives.

— Audubon Nebraska is in support of LB283, a bill that calls for climate research and the development of a climate action plan in Nebraska. The bill could be up for a vote soon, potentially in the next couple weeks.