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Bird of the Week: Hooded Merganser
Hooded Merganser Lophodytes cucullatus Content by Lindsey Hernandez Feature photo from Libby Butner, Courtesy of Macaulay Library As the holiday season approaches, Hooded Mergansers (Lophodytes cucullatus) will begin appearing around ponds, lakes, and…
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Meet our Travis Audubon’s 2025 Green Leaders Fellow
As a member of EarthShare Texas, Travis Audubon receives support from the nonprofit federation through unrestricted funding and capacity support. We are thrilled to be a part…
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Action Required: Support Bird Conservation
Dear Travis Audubon Members, We have a unique opportunity to support bird conservation in Austin on November 21, 2024. A resolution is on the agenda of the City of Austin…
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Hill Country Alliance Offers Financial Aid to Those In Dark Sky Efforts
To diminish light pollution, Hill Country Alliance’s Night Sky Program is offering new funding for regional nonprofit organizations, sole proprietorships, local governmental entities, and small businesses looking to preserve…
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Bird of the Week: White-winged Dove
White-winged Dove Zenaida asiatica Compiled by Lisa S. Graham Photo credit: Jeff Timmons, Macaulay Library White-winged doves became a household word in 1981 for fans of Stevie Nicks and her hit song “Edge…
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November 2024 Monthly Bird Forecast
What to watch for in November: Yellow-bellied Sapsuckers Compiled by Jane Tillman, Travis Audubon Volunteer Feature Photo: Yellow-bellied Sapsucker male by Jeff Osoborne The Yellow-bellied Sapsucker winters here in central Texas….
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Bird of the Week: Wood Duck
Wood Duck Aix sponsa Content and photos by James Giroux There are few North American birds that can rival the Wood Duck for flashiness and color. Just count the colors: red, yellow,…
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Take Action: Ask Your City Council Member and County Commissioner to Take Action Against Glue Traps
In an exciting new development, on October 14th the Austin Animal Advisory Commission (AAC) voted in support of banning the use of glue traps in City and…
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Notes from Chaetura Canyon – September 2024
Join us at the Canyon for an evening of wonderful acoustic music, food and fellowship with Up Around the Sun on November 17th We received a very welcome 1.25”…
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Bird of the Week: Common Yellowthroat
Common Yellowthroat Geothlypis trichas Compiled by Lindsey Hernandez. The Common Yellowthroat (Geothlypis trichas) is a delightful warbler that captivates birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts alike with its vibrant colors and spirited behavior. Easily…
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Glue Traps: A Hidden Hazard for Wild Birds
Submitted by Krissy Dunn Photo: Raven Ridge Wildlife Center, PA. Birds face a number of human-caused hazards, including habitat loss, outdoor cats, building collisions, and rodenticides. Yet, an often-overlooked threat lurks in…
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Let’s Cast Our Comments by Nov 12 in Favor of Clean Water for 7 Endangered Species!
The US Fish & Wildlife Service has opened the comment period on its draft plan to improve access to clean water for seven endangered and threatened species in the…
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Winter Class List Now Open
BIRD-115: Introduction to Raptors (New! Sunday, Feb 16th field trip open) with Dave Read begins…
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Bird of the Week: Cooper’s Hawk
Cooper’s Hawk Accipiter cooperii Compiled by Lisa S. Graham Have all the birds mysteriously abandoned your backyard feeder? It may mean there’s Cooper’s Hawk in the vicinity. These skilled fliers see backyard…
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Bird of the Week: Nashville Warbler
Nashville Warbler Leiothlypis ruficapilla Content and photos by James Giroux When we think of migrant Warblers in Central Texas we generally think of the months April, May and September. But in the…
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