Weekly Birding News
Week of November 9, 2026: short summaries with links to the original reporting.
Each summary is a short, original description written with AI assistance from the source’s headline and excerpt, then linked to the original article. Read the source for full details.
Colorado Invests in Healthy Forests, Rivers, and the Places We Love
Colorado is investing in its forests, rivers, and open spaces, recognizing them as interconnected natural systems vital for water, wildlife, and communities. Read the original →
Are Crows and Parrots Really the Smartest Birds?
Research on bird intelligence has historically focused on a very small percentage of species, which may skew our understanding of which birds are considered the smartest. A new analysis suggests that current perceptions of bird IQs are based on limited study. Read the original →
The 126th Christmas Bird Count Summary
The 126th Christmas Bird Count summary will describe results from participants who counted birds in their local circles, such as the one in Fort Collins, CO. Read the original →
Nesting Season Reflection: The Birds That Connect Us
A Navarre Beach seabird monitor reflects on their summer experience protecting imperiled beach-nesting birds, considering the role of community in seabird conservation. Read the original →
Audubon Florida’s Center for Birds of Prey and State Senator Jen Bradley Release a Juvenile Bald Eagle at Alligator Lake in Lake City, FL
Audubon Florida's Center for Birds of Prey and State Senator Jen Bradley released a juvenile Bald Eagle at Alligator Lake in Lake City, FL. The eagle soared back into Florida skies in late October. Read the original →
Prothonotary Warblers in Kansas City Have a Secret. Can a Team of Volunteers Figure It Out?
A group of volunteers is attempting to understand a secret related to Prothonotary Warblers in Kansas City. Read the original →
How to Identify Bird Eggs by Color, Size, and Markings
This article explains how to identify bird eggs using characteristics like color, size, and markings. It also discusses finding bird eggs in various locations, such as potted plants, bushes, or on the ground. Read the original →
Remembering Mr. Whitekeys: An Alaska Original and Champion for Birds
Mr. Whitekeys, a well-known Alaska entertainer and president of the Anchorage Audubon Society, passed away on October 15, 2026. Read the original →
126th Christmas Bird Count High Counts of Species in Canada
Canada's 126th Christmas Bird Count reported 292 species, an increase of eight from the previous season, and included one species new to the all-time count. Read the original →
The 126th Christmas Bird Count High Counts of Species in the United States
The 126th Christmas Bird Count recorded 664 bird species in the United States, including a Red-tailed Tropicbird, which was a new species for the count. Read the original →
126th Christmas Bird Count in Canada
The 126th Christmas Bird Count in Canada reinforced the importance of this long-standing volunteer-driven survey for birds. Read the original →
Our Parks are the Heart of Our Communities. That’s Why Measure PRK is a No-Brainer.
An Audubon employee whose workplace is near a freeway observes birds singing, along with other nature sounds. The employee is advocating for Measure PRK. Read the original →