In early May, Audubon Florida’s Kylie Wilson photographed a Red Knot in full breeding plumage in South Lido with a green band on its left leg. Red Knots are migratory shorebirds, known for their impressive travel distances in the spring and fall. Though some winter in Florida, they breed in the High Arctic each summer. Because their population…
Audubon – Getting Out and About During a Florida Summer? Tips and Tricks from the Audubon Florida Team
Summer is an intense time to do fieldwork in Florida, especially in the wetlands of Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary and on beaches around the state. Our team has shared some tips and tricks to stay safe during challenging conditions. Read full article here.
PieceWork Magazine – Inspiration at the Audubon
Wander the exhibits at Audubon’s Center for Birds of Prey in Maitland, Florida, and you might find Lauren Austin quietly sketching or observing, gathering inspiration for her next quilt project. As the center’s Artist in Residence, Austin readily incorporates birds into her work—even X-rays of their broken bones! Austin made her first quilt at age…