SF Bayflower: KAREN, there's no better time to stay informed on the challenges birds face

Tuesday, January 20, 2026

KAREN, there's no better time to stay informed on the challenges birds face

Rufous Hummingbird.

KAREN, there is something special and magical about seeing your first bird of the new year—a sign of new beginnings and all that is possible. But far too many of the birds that bring us joy, like the tiny Rufous Hummingbird, are in trouble. Amid this code-red climate crisis, there’s no better time to stay informed on the challenges birds face and learn what inspiring people are doing to protect them. When you join us as an annual supporter today, we’ll send you the latest in bird and conservation news in our exclusive award-winning magazine as a token of our appreciation.

With one-third of U.S. bird species in need of conservation action, the situation is dire. But because birds have been telling us that the health of our planet is at stake—and because we have listened—we’re already protecting vulnerable birds in every landscape where we work. With more than 120 years of expertise under our wing and caring bird lovers like you behind our efforts, we’re giving birds a better chance at survival: defending the laws that protect birds, promoting strong new legislation aimed at keeping important habitats resilient, fighting for the bold action birds need now, and more.

By becoming an annual supporter, you’ll not only help drive this work forward but also receive Audubon magazine to get connected to the very stories your generosity makes possible. So please, join us in protecting birds with a dependable annual gift while you can still receive Audubon magazine each quarter as our thanks.

Sincerely,

National Audubon Society

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Photo: Ben Knoot/Audubon Photography Awards