Nature Notes

Watch: Coastal Resilience Webinar

— Sea level rise, salt marsh restoration, and more—hear about the challenges we face and the work Audubon is doing to make our coasts more resilient for birds and people.

Berries for Birds

10 great native shrubs that supply amazing fall beauty as well as food and shelter for our feathered friends

How to Help an Injured or Orphaned Bird

Guidelines on what to do if you find injured, sick, or orphaned birds in Connecticut.

Connecticut Birds in the Caribbean

Are you a Connecticut "snowbird?" Look for Northern Waterthrush, Western Sandpipers, Ovenbirds, Blue-winged Warblers, and American Redstarts in the tropics!

This large waterbird is a majestic sight when spotted gracefully gliding in Long Island Sound in winter. Can you imagine a winter in which this species did not return to Connecticut? It’s possible if we do not work to maintain the fish populations that it relies on through the Magnuson-Stevens Act (MSA)—an important piece of legislation that is currently under threat.

Common Raven

Although not so common in Connecticut just 25 years ago, this adaptable species can now be found across the state. They are particularly fond of hilly areas with cliff faces.

Roseate Spoonbill

A Connecticut first! Although common in places like the Everglades, this sub-tropical species has made an unprecedented appearance along the shore of Connecticut. Keep an eye out, you'll know if you see it!

A Popular New Migration Tool Could Save Birds from Deadly Building Collisions

— BirdCast can accurately forecast the biggest migration movements days in advance. This is good news for birds and birders alike.

Three Ways You Can Help Migrating Birds This Fall

— Migrants heading south face myriad man-made obstacles, but there are actions we can all take to save their lives.

Clapper Rail

Spotting this elusive bird is a thrill for even the most expert of birders. Look for this species in the coastal, brackish, and freshwater marshes along the Connecticut coast.