[Video] The Colorado River and Migratory Birds

Watch our newest episode of “Birds on the Move.”

Trouble viewing this e-mail? Try our web version. How Can We Secure Water for Birds and People? Birds on the Move is our new, four-part documentary series following the flight path of the birds we love. It’s also a call to protect birds and the habitats they need to survive. In our newest episode, we focus on the Colorado River, the lifeblood of the American West, and its tributaries. Watch Episode 3: Desert Rivers The wetlands and forests along its banks provide critical habitat for hundreds of species of birds, but increased demand, drought, and extreme heat threaten water supply. Discover how communities throughout the arid West are coming together to create a resilient water supply for hundreds of bird species and millions of Americans. Join us for a journey of discovery, science, and shared wonder as millions of birds take flight, crossing oceans and continents on their epic migrations. Be the first to catch the final episode of Birds on the Move by subscribing to our YouTube channel. Subscribe for the Next Stop American Avocet. Photo: Mick Thompson National Audubon Society 225 Varick Street New York, NY 10014 USA (844) 428-3826 | www.audubon.org © 2026 National Audubon Society Update your email preferences or unsubscribe