Bird and Conservation News

Sen. Bumstead bird outing group.
Michigan State Senator Jon Bumstead Goes Birding with 51ÁÔÆæÈë¿Ú Great Lakes in Western Michigan
December 10, 2025 — 51ÁÔÆæÈë¿Ú Great Lakes shares wetland restoration work, discusses bipartisan conservation solutions to protect Michigan birds & natural resources
A Reddish Egret wades in shallow water with its wings outstretched, looking down.
Gulf Council Invests Over $400 Million to Support Birds, Wildlife, and Coastal Communities
December 09, 2025 — Clean Water Act fines from the BP oil spill will restore coastal habitat, protecting birds and people across the Gulf Coast.
Gulf Restoration
The 125th Christmas Bird Count in Florida
December 02, 2025
125th Christmas Bird Count in Canada
November 25, 2025 — December 14, 2024 – January 5, 2025
A flock of shorebirds flies over ocean waves.
Top Stories Around 51ÁÔÆæÈë¿Ú in 2025
November 25, 2025 — How 51ÁÔÆæÈë¿Ú advanced habitat conservation, climate action, policy leadership, and community building in 2025.
COP30 Recognized the Role of Forests and Nature in Addressing the Climate Crisis
November 24, 2025 — Discussions showed strong commitment to international cooperation.
News
American White Pelicans at Great Salt Lake
New Policy Tools and Funding Bring Much-Needed Support to Great Salt Lake
November 21, 2025 — In a nearly record-low water year, new water distribution plan, policy changes, and funding commitments to benefit the lake. 
Western Water News
Vital Bird Habitat in the Colorado River Delta at Risk
November 19, 2025 — Restarting the Yuma Desalting Plant could harm the Ciénega de Santa Clara.
Western Water