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Drier Winter Habitat Impacts Warblers’ Ability to Survive Migration

By Columbus Audubon / Columbus Audubon Blogs, Education News and Articles, Song Sparrow

A new study from researchers at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute (NZCBI) shows environmental conditions in migratory birds’ winter homes carry over to affect their ability to survive spring migration and the breeding season. While scientists have long known that the quality of winter, or non-breeding, habitat influences migratory birds’ migration timing and reproductive […]

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Conservation Spotlight: Calamus Swamp

By Allison Boehler / Conservation News and Articles, Song Sparrow

Columbus Audubon had to make the difficult decision to remove dead and dying Ash Trees that threatened the safety of visitors at Calamus Swamp.

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EcoWeekend’s 2017 registration brochure is now available

By Stefanie Hauck / EcoWeekend, Song Sparrow

Feeling the effects of nature deficit disorder? Craving the sounds, smells, textures and beauty of the natural world after the long winter? EcoWeekend is a family nature retreat like no other! This “all inclusive” weekend event is held at Camp Oty’Okwa in beautiful Hocking Hills May 5 – 7, 2017. With more than 50 nature,

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Creature Feature: Dark-eyed Junco

By Stefanie Hauck / Conservation News and Articles, Creature Feature, Song Sparrow

The Dark-eyed Junco (Junco hyemalis) is a medium-sized sparrow with a rounded head, a short, stout bill and a fairly long, conspicuous tail. Juncos vary across the country but in general they’re dark gray or brown birds brightened up by a pink bill and white outer tail feathers that periodically flash open, particularly in flight. In

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President’s letter

By Stefanie Hauck / Song Sparrow

I presided over my first Columbus Audubon meeting as board president this week. I follow in the footsteps of many people who have gone before me. For over 100 years Columbus Audubon has been a leader in this community for the conservation of birds and other species. I am honored to follow so many leaders

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Tim Moloney: The Metro Parks – 3 Score and 10

By Stefanie Hauck / Song Sparrow

Take a journey with Tim Moloney, director of Columbus and Franklin County Metropolitan Park District, on a tour through the Columbus Metro Parks System. Moloney will share insights on the 70-year history of conserving open spaces while providing unforgettable experiences for visitors. We’ll take a look at current as well as future projects. Moloney joined the Columbus and Franklin

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