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  • Volunteer Spotlight: John Bloomfield

    Volunteer Spotlight: John Bloomfield For nearly three years, John Bloomfield, Travis Audubon President, has helped guide Travis Audubon through a period of extraordinary growth. As he prepares to step down from the presidency, John leaves behind not only a stronger organization, but a lasting legacy of leadership, conservation, and community.

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  • Bird of the Week: Common Nighthawk

    Common Nighthawk Chordeiles minor Compiled by Lisa S. Graham As the light fades in the evening, you may see a long-winged silhouette against the dimming light—looping, gliding, and darting with effortless grace. This is the Common Nighthawk, a master of twilight that turns the evening air into its hunting ground.

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  • Bird Forecast: June

    What to watch for in June:  The Summertime Blues  Here’s the Central Texas bird forecast for the month, courtesy of Travis Audubon. Learn more about Central Texas birds and bird-related events for all ages at travisaudubon.org or by calling 512-300-BIRD. Follow us at www.facebook.com/travisaudubon Every year it’s always a surprise

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  • Bird of the Week: Tricolored Heron

    Tricolored Heron Egretta tricolor Compiled by Yvonne Karnath   If you spend most of your birding time around Travis County, you probably think of the Tricolored Heron as a coastal bird — and you would be mostly right. This long-necked, slender wader spends the bulk of its life patrolling the

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