Press Room

Audubon California is one of the leading voices for birds and conservation in the Golden State, and a resource for members of the media looking for information on topics such as birds, habitat conservation, climate change, wildlife policy, and a variety of related issues. Representatives of our organization appear in the press regularly and are happy to share their expertise.

To speak to an Audubon California expert, contact our Communications Department:

Shineh Rhee
Communications Director
shineh.rhee@audubon.org
 

Press releases

Creation of desert national monuments safeguards vital bird habitats
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New desert national monuments safeguard vital bird habitats

— Presidential action creates three new national monuments, protecting 1.8 million acres -- but really, you had us at Elf Owl.
California Coastal Commission votes to remove executive director
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Coastal Commission action bodes ill for birds

— While the removal of its executive director could indicate a shift in priorities for the California Coastal Commission, the outpouring of support for coastal protection offers hope.
Audubon California statement on Coastal Commission
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Audubon California statement on Coastal Commission

— The California Coastal Commission’s integrity is at stake.
San Francisco Bay ballot measure would restore vital bird habitat, provide clean water and ensure flood protection
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San Francisco Bay ballot measure would restore vital bird habitat, provide clean water and ensure flood protection

— Nine-county parcel tax proposal would raise $500 million to create a healthier bay for people and wildlife.
3rd Annual Waterbird Festival to be held at the Richardson Bay Audubon Center & Sanctuary on February 6, 2016
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3rd Annual Waterbird Festival to be held at the Richardson Bay Audubon Center & Sanctuary on February 6, 2016

— Festival highlights the ecological bounty of Richardson Bay, focusing on over-wintering waterbirds.
Western Bluebird wins Audubon California's 2015 Bird of the Year
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Western Bluebird wins 2015 Bird of the Year

— Popular Western bird gets more than 30 percent of votes in online poll.
Tricolored Blackbird designated a candidate for state endangered species listing
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Tricolored Blackbird designated candidate for state endangered species listing

— Responding to an alarming drop in the rare bird’s numbers, the California Fish and Game Commission today advanced the consideration of the Tricolored Blackbird as candidate for protection under the California Endangered Species Act.
Bird enthusiasts across California ready for annual Audubon Christmas Bird Count
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Bird enthusiasts across California ready for annual Audubon Christmas Bird Count

— World’s longest-running wildlife census provides rich information on how birds are responding to climate change, drought and other threats.
400-acres of important bird habitat restored in San Pablo Bay
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400-acres of important bird habitat restored in San Pablo Bay

— $3 million project will provide home for endangered species like the Ridgway’s Rail