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Bird of the Week: Least Bittern
Least Bittern Botaurus exilis Content and photos by James Giroux Although fairly common, the Least Bittern is not always easy to find. Like its cousin, the American Bittern, the Least is well camouflaged, and usually remains motionless when being watched. This can make it very difficult to spot among
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Warblers to get new neighbor?
Erect a 10,000-seat outdoor amphitheater in the vicinity of breeding Golden-Cheeked Warblers and what could possibly go wrong? This potential scenario has Travis Audubon members fearing the worst as a developer moves forward with plans for a 71-acre commercial development near the Barton Creek Habitat Preserve in west Austin. The
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October Bird Forecast
What to watch for in October: Charming, Loquacious Wrens 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 Wrens are small to mid-sized songbirds
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Warbler-Inspired Senior Year
Recently, Travis Audubon staff received a heartwarming email from Lindsay Lawley-Rerecich, mother of our volunteer Lily Rerecich. She wanted to share how Lily’s senior year of high school was being inspired by the Golden-cheeked Warbler. Read Lindsay’s message below: I thought you would all be pleased to know about a
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