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Beak of the Week – Wilson’s Snipe
Wilson’s Snipe (Gallinago delicata) Family: Scolopacidae By Colleen McDonough, Houston Audubon Coastal Conservation Technician A bird you may not see until it suddenly bursts out…
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Why the Christmas Bird Count Matters: A Century of Community Science
By Robert Buckert, Houston Audubon Coastal Conservation Technician By now you’ve likely come across the idea of Christmas Bird Counts (CBC), but if you’ve never…
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Honoring Houston Audubon Volunteer Peggy Boston
It is with deep sadness that we share the news of the passing of Peggy Boston earlier this month, a cherished member of our advisory…
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Beak of the Week – Belted Kingfisher
Belted Kingfisher (Megaceryle alcyon) Family: Alcedinidae By Spencer Poling, Houston Audubon Coastal Conservation Technician Belted Kingfishers are common and widespread, yet they’re eye-catching birds whose…
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Beak of the Week – Hooded Merganser
Hooded Merganser (Lophodytes cucullatus) Family: Anatidae By Colleen McDonough, Houston Audubon Coastal Conservation Technician Sporting a ridiculously large crest, the Hooded Merganser could never not…
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Beak of the Week – LeConte’s Sparrow
LeConte’s Sparrow (Ammospiza leconteii) Family: Passerellidae By Robert Buckert, Houston Audubon Coastal Conservation Technician This week’s beak belongs to one of the most secretive grassland…
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Your 2025 Birdy Holiday Gift Guide
Carissa Aguirre, Houston Audubon Marketing Specialist Finding the perfect gift can be tricky, but don’t worry, we did the hard work for you. This year,…
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Welcome to Carissa Aguirre, Houston Audubon’s New Marketing Specialist
Carissa Aguirre is a Houston native, marketer, and professional photographer with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing from Stephen F. Austin State University. She…
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