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  • Birding site in critical condition

    A pond known as a birding hot spot in northwest Austin is rapidly drying out and the public is invited to a meeting to learn more about the looming crisis. The shrinking water level in the pond at Beverly Sheffield Northwest District Park will be discussed at an informational meeting

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  • Bird of the Week: Black-throated Sparrow

    Black-throated Sparrow Amphispiza bilineata Compiled by Lisa S. Graham. The Black-throated Sparrow is a classic songbird of the desert — perfectly at home among sagebrush, creosote, and rocky washes. If your backyard includes mesquite, yucca, or native scrubland, you might see this little bird pause on a low branch or

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  • Introducing a new Poetry-writing Bird walk on Oct 11!

    New Poetry Writing Bird Walks Content and Photo by Sharon Roy Want to add a new meaningful and mindful component to your birding? Looking for a safe space to nurture your creativity? Eager to connect with other birders?  Join Rene Bartos, Emma Bowar and Sharon Roy for Travis Audubon’s first

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  • Bird of the Week: Green Kingfisher

    Green Kingfisher Chloroceryle americana  Content and photos by James Giroux How can you not love the Green Kingfisher?  The male and female are both a gorgeous emerald and white color, and the male adds a splash of rusty-red across the chest.  Add a woodpecker-like bill, and you have quite the

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