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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:

Jason Howe
Media Relations Manager, Pacific and Central Flyways
jason.howe@audubon.org
(415) 595-9245

Press releases

Audubon California: Richmond Spill More Than Enough to Damage Sensitive Ecosystem
Coastal Resiliency

Richmond Spill More Than Enough to Damage Sensitive Ecosystem

February 10, 2021 — SF Bay is a keystone of an ecosystem that supports everything from seabirds to herring.
Innovative Bill Would Promote Regenerative Ranching in California
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Innovative Bill Would Promote Regenerative Ranching in California

February 8, 2021 — Audubon California-Sponsored bill encourages ranching practices that restore grasslands and sequester carbon.
Audubon California Blasts Administration Move to Decimate Northern Spotted Owl Critical Habitat
Conservation

Audubon California Blasts Administration Move to Decimate Northern Spotted Owl Critical Habitat

“The administration has declared open season on America’s public lands even as it leaves office, with dozens of threatened and endangered species hanging in the balance.”

National Audubon Society Decries Trump Administration Attempt to Weaken California Desert Protections
Wildlife-friendly Renewable Energy

National Audubon Society Decries Trump Administration Attempt to Weaken California Desert Protections

January 13, 2021 — “This proposal is nothing more than a middle finger in the rearview mirror from the outgoing administration”
State Habitat Restoration Project Breaks Ground at Southern End of Salton Sea
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State Habitat Restoration Project Breaks Ground at Salton Sea

January 13, 2021 — Coalition of conservation and community groups says groundbreaking is positive step towards ending years of inaction at California’s largest lake.
Audubon California: Padilla a Voice for “Strong, Sensible” Conservation Policy Solutions
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Audubon California: Padilla a Voice for “Strong, Sensible” Conservation Policy Solutions

December 22, 2020 — Calif. Secretary of State Alex Padilla tapped to replace VP-Elect Kamala Harris
New Legislation Aims to Protect Tiny Fish Vital to Seabirds
Seas & Shores

New Legislation Aims to Protect Tiny Fish Vital to Seabirds

December 17, 2020 — Audubon supports the Forage Fish Conservation Act.
Audubon California Responds to Elections Results
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Audubon California Responds to Elections Results

November 11, 2020 — Birds are telling us that we have no time to waste.
Governor Newsom Issues Groundbreaking 30 x 30 Executive Order
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Governor Newsom Issues Groundbreaking 30 x 30 Executive Order

October 7, 2020 — California is first in nation to commit to protecting 30% of our lands and waters by 2030.
Final Phase of Sonoma Creek Restoration Project Breaks Ground in North Bay
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Final Phase of Sonoma Creek Restoration Project Breaks Ground in North Bay

Project will protect nearby properties from sea-level rise, create habitat and reduce mosquito infestation