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Bird of the Week: Purple Martin
Purple Martin Progne subis Compiled by Liam Molina Purple Martins are familiar birds for longtime followers of Travis Audubon due to our yearly Purple Martin Parties. Males sport purplish-blue iridescent plumage, earning the “purple” in their name. When out of sight, these birds can be identified easily by their
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Travis Audubon Welcomes New Board President, Shelia Hargis
We are excited to announce our new Board President, Shelia Hargis! Shelia Hargis took her first birding class in the summer of 1996. Fred and Marie Webster taught the class through UT Informal Classes. She was amazed when Fred identified birds he was hearing – who knew someone could do
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Bird of the Week: Barn Swallow
Barn Swallow Hirundo rustica Compiled by Lisa S. Graham Graceful, agile, and endlessly energetic, the Barn Swallow is one of the most familiar birds of open country and rural landscapes. On summer days, these sleek aerial acrobats can be seen skimming low over fields, ponds, and pastures, twisting and
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ALERT: Dog’s Head/Hornsby Bend Area Intensive Development Approved by Austin City Council
UPDATE 7-20-26: Thanks to all our members and supporters who contacted City Council concerning the May 21 ordinance that authorized massive development at Dog’s Head without going through the city’s review process. Council’s agenda for July 23, which originally included an item to pass a tax rebate for the development,
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