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Happy #FourthofJuly from Southwest Virginia #Wildlife Center of Roanoke! Stay safe out there and look out for wildlife in need of help!

Victory for the sunny South! Prior to this ruling, homeowners’ associations in North Carolina were the biggest obstacle to installing rooftop #solar in the state despite the clear environmental and economic benefits of solar. southernenvironment.org/news/north-car…

This week @HarrisonburgVA celebrated #NationalPollinatorWeek with pollinator plant walks and a bee hotel make & take. 🐝 Harrisonburg’s expansive pollinator program is recognized as a vital component of the city’s urban forest ecosystem.

The Vermilion Flycatcher father will continue to watch over his young after they've fledged while the mother begins a second nest. bit.ly/39vsyiE #FathersDay

Wishing everyone a happy #FathersDay!

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See stunning murals of birds throughout Harlem and learn about the artists bringing them to life and shining a spotlight on climate change during the Audubon Murals Art Run & Walk, taking place in NYC on Sun, June 5. Register to join us & @Runstreet_: bit.ly/3MVjstP

They face competition, starvation, and fierce predators—baby birds of prey are true survivors. bit.ly/3NBOY04

On June 4, two lakes and 34 trout streams classified as Delayed Harvest will open to trout harvest and will remain open through Sept. 30. Learn more: bit.ly/3N2Ibgg #FishNC #Trout #FlyFishing

Swaths of trees killed by saltwater have been called “ghost forests” and “wooden gravestones,” with a sense of somber finality. But for threatened marsh birds, these habitats could provide an opportunity. bit.ly/3pDn3DD

#BirdsTellUs that farmers, ranchers, & foresters are vital in the fight against climate change. The #GrowingClimateSolutions Act would empower them to play a voluntary role in mitigating the impacts of climate change & in slowing habitat loss. Take action: bit.ly/3MZnxh2

Plan on doing some grilling this Memorial Day weekend? Make sure the only thing you're burning is the burger patties! 🍔 🔥😯 This short video shows you how to properly dispose of charcoal.

One of the rarest birds in North America, the Whooping Crane is also the tallest, reaching a height of about five feet. On #WhoopingCraneDay, learn more about this fascinating bird: bit.ly/3wTscdu

Climate change is not only altering Red Knots' habitats, it's also making them smaller. bit.ly/3GieoNM #BirdsTellUs

#BlackBirdersWeek2022 starts this Sunday! The week aims to inspire new audiences to engage in nature and share the stories of Black conservationists from across the country. Follow @BlackAFinSTEM all week long for panel discussions, bird walks, and more. bit.ly/3wV51Rk

Emerald ash borer beetles have begun emerging from ash trees across Virginia. Learn how to identify, treat and prevent the spread of these destructive beetles: ow.ly/cO2B50Jiz3T

In his book @BirdTherapy, blogger and teacher Joe Harkness reflects on how birding helped him cope with his mental health struggles. During Mental Health Awareness Month, learn what sparked his journey. bit.ly/3lsEN23 #MHAM

You’ve probably seen House Finches at your backyard feeder, local park, or simply on the city sidewalk. But there’s also probably a lot you don’t know about these colorful, charismatic seedeaters. bit.ly/3FlOsPY

“I can’t make art about species extinction and not do what I can to provide habitat on my own land for this threatened bird,” says artist Mel Chin. Learn how he’s turning his 28-acre homestead into a restored bird habitat with the help of @AudubonNC. bit.ly/3qUjt8K