Conservation

Audubon’s Mississippi River Initiative is among the most complex and important environmental restoration projects ever undertaken by the organization. The recent Gulf oil spill disaster, along with a series of recent hurricanes and floods, point to the need to manage the basin comprehensively.

Leading scientists around the world agree that man-made greenhouse gases from burning fossil fuels are causing global warming. Effects are already being seen worldwide.

With a century-long legacy of conservation along the Gulf Coast, Audubon is committed to helping this vital region recover – from the BP oil disaster and also from decades of other environmental assaults. Together, we can create a vibrant, sustainable gulf region for birds, for people and for the future.

February 10, 2012—The following is a statement from Audubon North Carolina, Defenders of Wildlife and the Southern Environmental Law Center:

An early win in Audubon’s strategy for protecting Important Bird Areas as part of a new Atlantic Flyways strategy came about in the Greater Everglades this month.

Highlighting Declining and Vulnerable Bird Populations

ALASKA WATCHLIST 2010

Nearly 40 years after it was pushed to the edge of extinction by pesticide use, habitat loss and hunting, the brown pelican was taken off the endangered species list.

Along with 15 other organizations, Audubon Maryland-DC helps "Sign, Seal and Deliver" Maryland's new agreement to make experiences IN nature part of every school student's learning.