Brittany Salmons (she/her)
@brittanysalmons.bsky.social
Science Communicator | Photographer | Rock Climber | Birder | 📍NC
Baby birds are hatching up and down the NC coast! From remote nesting colonies on the Cape Fear River to far flung islands on the Pamlico Sound, thousands of terns, egrets, and ibis chicks are spreading their wings. Read on for a full nesting season update: nc.audubon.org/news/boom-ti...
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Boom Times for Baby Birds on the NC Coast
Our sanctuaries are budding with new life. Here’s a full rundown of the nesting season so far.
nc.audubon.org
June 25, 2025 at 12:56 PM
Baby birds are hatching up and down the NC coast! From remote nesting colonies on the Cape Fear River to far flung islands on the Pamlico Sound, thousands of terns, egrets, and ibis chicks are spreading their wings. Read on for a full nesting season update: nc.audubon.org/news/boom-ti...
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NC is losing its urban tree canopy faster than any other forest type. One way to combat this loss is by making sure we retain existing trees wherever possible. That starts in our own yards and neighborhoods: nc.audubon.org/news/three-t...
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Three Things You Should Do for Your Trees (and Birds) this Spring, According to Experts
Promoting healthy urban forests starts in our own yards and neighborhoods.
nc.audubon.org
April 21, 2025 at 12:52 PM
NC is losing its urban tree canopy faster than any other forest type. One way to combat this loss is by making sure we retain existing trees wherever possible. That starts in our own yards and neighborhoods: nc.audubon.org/news/three-t...
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The human footprint looms large on the Cape Fear River, yet it remains a biodiversity stronghold. Every spring, thousands of birds descend on the river’s isolated islands to nest and raise their young. What does this look like? See for yourself: arcg.is/1CznPe1
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Birds of the Cape Fear River
The human footprint looms large on the river, yet it remains a biodiversity stronghold. Especially for birds.
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April 7, 2025 at 5:02 PM
The human footprint looms large on the Cape Fear River, yet it remains a biodiversity stronghold. Every spring, thousands of birds descend on the river’s isolated islands to nest and raise their young. What does this look like? See for yourself: arcg.is/1CznPe1
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The Bald Eagle officially became our national bird on Christmas Eve, although it's been heralded as such since the late 1700s. With the breeding season beginning for these large predators, now is the best time to get to know America's favorite bird: nc.audubon.org/news/get-kno...
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Get to Know our National Bird
The Bald Eagle was officially declared the U.S. National Bird on Christmas Eve, here’s what you may not know about America’s favorite bird as their breeding season kicks off.
nc.audubon.org
February 4, 2025 at 3:17 PM
The Bald Eagle officially became our national bird on Christmas Eve, although it's been heralded as such since the late 1700s. With the breeding season beginning for these large predators, now is the best time to get to know America's favorite bird: nc.audubon.org/news/get-kno...
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Big win for birds!
New development in Chatham County will have bird-friendly guidelines, thanks to advocacy by New Hope Bird Alliance. The updated land-use rules will guide new construction for the next decade and include strong native tree policies: nc.audubon.org/news/fast-gr...
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New development in Chatham County will have bird-friendly guidelines, thanks to advocacy by New Hope Bird Alliance. The updated land-use rules will guide new construction for the next decade and include strong native tree policies: nc.audubon.org/news/fast-gr...
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Fast-Growing County Passes Bird-Friendly Development Policies, Thanks to Audubon Chapter
New Hope Bird Alliance helped pass bird-friendly land-use policies that will help guide Chatham County development.
nc.audubon.org
January 23, 2025 at 1:12 PM
Big win for birds!
New development in Chatham County will have bird-friendly guidelines, thanks to advocacy by New Hope Bird Alliance. The updated land-use rules will guide new construction for the next decade and include strong native tree policies: nc.audubon.org/news/fast-gr...
🌎🪶#NCPOL
New development in Chatham County will have bird-friendly guidelines, thanks to advocacy by New Hope Bird Alliance. The updated land-use rules will guide new construction for the next decade and include strong native tree policies: nc.audubon.org/news/fast-gr...
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Audubon NC and our members accomplished a lot together in 2024! Twas a year full of advocacy wins, hands-on bird research, and ambitious new conservation projects—all to protect birds and the places they need in North Carolina. 🌎🧪🪶
Read more of our top wins in 2024: nc.audubon.org/news/top-win...
Read more of our top wins in 2024: nc.audubon.org/news/top-win...
Top Wins for Birds in 2024
From mountains to coast, Audubon staff and members flocked together to advance ambitious projects and policies for birds this year.
nc.audubon.org
December 17, 2024 at 7:01 PM
Audubon NC and our members accomplished a lot together in 2024! Twas a year full of advocacy wins, hands-on bird research, and ambitious new conservation projects—all to protect birds and the places they need in North Carolina. 🌎🧪🪶
Read more of our top wins in 2024: nc.audubon.org/news/top-win...
Read more of our top wins in 2024: nc.audubon.org/news/top-win...
Big news! @nfwfnews.bsky.social awarded Audubon NC a $3M grant to fund marsh restoration pilot projects at our Pine Island Sanctuary on the OBX. The projects will test nature-based methods for protecting and rebuilding Currituck Sound. Read the full announcement: nc.audubon.org/press-releas...
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$3M National Grant will Fund Audubon’s Marsh Restoration in Currituck Sound
Pilot projects will test innovative, nature-based restoration techniques at Audubon’s Pine Island Sanctuary.
nc.audubon.org
December 9, 2024 at 8:29 PM
Big news! @nfwfnews.bsky.social awarded Audubon NC a $3M grant to fund marsh restoration pilot projects at our Pine Island Sanctuary on the OBX. The projects will test nature-based methods for protecting and rebuilding Currituck Sound. Read the full announcement: nc.audubon.org/press-releas...
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A secluded game land in ENC has emerged as a source of hope for birders and researchers who have watched a declining songbird rebound. Henslow’s Sparrows remain vulnerable but are holding strong in NC, thanks to strategic management. Read on: nc.audubon.org/news/silver-...
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The Silver Lining for a Declining Grassland Songbird
Henslow’s Sparrows have been declining since the 1950s, but their resilience and an unlikely safe haven provide hope for their survival.
nc.audubon.org
November 4, 2024 at 4:46 PM
A secluded game land in ENC has emerged as a source of hope for birders and researchers who have watched a declining songbird rebound. Henslow’s Sparrows remain vulnerable but are holding strong in NC, thanks to strategic management. Read on: nc.audubon.org/news/silver-...
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#NCNativePlantsWeek is Oct. 20-26!
A myriad of native plant policies across NC have made it easier than ever to make your yard or garden bird-friendly, thanks to advocacy by local Audubon chapters and partners. Celebrate by planting native: nc.audubon.org/news/establi...
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A myriad of native plant policies across NC have made it easier than ever to make your yard or garden bird-friendly, thanks to advocacy by local Audubon chapters and partners. Celebrate by planting native: nc.audubon.org/news/establi...
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Establish New Roots this Native Plants Week 2024
It’s easier and more popular than ever to sow native seeds this fall, thanks to a myriad of new state and local policies—just in time for North Carolina Native Plants Week Oct. 20-26.
nc.audubon.org
October 21, 2024 at 3:18 PM
#NCNativePlantsWeek is Oct. 20-26!
A myriad of native plant policies across NC have made it easier than ever to make your yard or garden bird-friendly, thanks to advocacy by local Audubon chapters and partners. Celebrate by planting native: nc.audubon.org/news/establi...
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A myriad of native plant policies across NC have made it easier than ever to make your yard or garden bird-friendly, thanks to advocacy by local Audubon chapters and partners. Celebrate by planting native: nc.audubon.org/news/establi...
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🌎🪶🧪Crisp air and migrating birds have ushered in autumn, making this an ideal time to look at how our coastal birds fared this summer. Despite setbacks, many species were able to usher another generation of baby birds into the world. Read on: nc.audubon.org/news/coastal...
Coastal Nesting Recap: Piping Plover Fledglings, Poop Research, Coyotes, and More
Birds at Audubon’s coastal sanctuaries faced a number of challenges this year—some of which were too much to overcome.
nc.audubon.org
October 21, 2024 at 3:16 PM
🌎🪶🧪Crisp air and migrating birds have ushered in autumn, making this an ideal time to look at how our coastal birds fared this summer. Despite setbacks, many species were able to usher another generation of baby birds into the world. Read on: nc.audubon.org/news/coastal...
A rare spectacle is taking place on UNC's campus right now. Each night for the last few weeks, thousands of twittering Chimney Swifts have gathered around the historic Davie Poplar tree to roost in its large cavity.
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Famous NC Tree Hosts “Incredibly Unique” Swift Roost
Chimney Swifts adapted to humans long ago. The discovery of a natural roost site on a college campus underscores all the ways we’re pushing swifts to the limit again.
nc.audubon.org
September 17, 2024 at 1:51 PM
A rare spectacle is taking place on UNC's campus right now. Each night for the last few weeks, thousands of twittering Chimney Swifts have gathered around the historic Davie Poplar tree to roost in its large cavity.
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Calling all NC residents!
Are you interested in urban forestry and looking to make a difference in your community? Then you should join our urban forestry network call!
Learn more & register here: mobilize.us/s/9ibmva
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Are you interested in urban forestry and looking to make a difference in your community? Then you should join our urban forestry network call!
Learn more & register here: mobilize.us/s/9ibmva
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September 17, 2024 at 1:48 PM
Calling all NC residents!
Are you interested in urban forestry and looking to make a difference in your community? Then you should join our urban forestry network call!
Learn more & register here: mobilize.us/s/9ibmva
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Are you interested in urban forestry and looking to make a difference in your community? Then you should join our urban forestry network call!
Learn more & register here: mobilize.us/s/9ibmva
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Our coastal team recently spotted an endangered celebrity shorebird who has arrived in NC for the winter. Blaze is a hand-reared Piping Plover from the shores of Lake Michigan and is back at Masonboro Inlet for her second winter: nc.audubon.org/news/endange...
Our coastal team recently spotted an endangered celebrity shorebird who has arrived in NC for the winter. Blaze is a hand-reared Piping Plover from the shores of Lake Michigan and is back at Masonboro Inlet for her second winter: nc.audubon.org/news/endange...
Endangered Celebrity Shorebird Arrives in NC for the Winter
A hand-reared Piping Plover from Lake Michigan has returned to NC for her second winter, with help from Audubon on both sides of her migration journey.
nc.audubon.org
September 6, 2024 at 12:15 PM
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Our coastal team recently spotted an endangered celebrity shorebird who has arrived in NC for the winter. Blaze is a hand-reared Piping Plover from the shores of Lake Michigan and is back at Masonboro Inlet for her second winter: nc.audubon.org/news/endange...
Our coastal team recently spotted an endangered celebrity shorebird who has arrived in NC for the winter. Blaze is a hand-reared Piping Plover from the shores of Lake Michigan and is back at Masonboro Inlet for her second winter: nc.audubon.org/news/endange...
With their regal crests and graceful flights, Royal Terns can be found all along the NC coast. But not much is known about their day-to-day lives. That’s why we’re launching a project to track their movements during and after the breeding season: nc.audubon.org/news/cape-fe...
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Cape Fear Royal Terns Get GPS Transmitters
A first for the Atlantic flyway we're tracking Royal Terns that nest on the Cape Fear River to document important foraging grounds and more.
nc.audubon.org
June 21, 2024 at 3:17 PM
With their regal crests and graceful flights, Royal Terns can be found all along the NC coast. But not much is known about their day-to-day lives. That’s why we’re launching a project to track their movements during and after the breeding season: nc.audubon.org/news/cape-fe...
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A friend of mine in Raleigh, NC has a resident leucistic robin in their yard.
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May 10, 2024 at 2:10 PM
A friend of mine in Raleigh, NC has a resident leucistic robin in their yard.
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Eastern Bluebird bringing a worm for his three chicks.
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April 29, 2024 at 1:57 PM
Eastern Bluebird bringing a worm for his three chicks.
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Threats facing Black Skimmers, Rusty Blackbirds, and Swallow-tailed Kites are highlighted in a new proposal from the NC Wildlife Recourses Commission that would elevate their official endangered/threatened listing status.
Learn more and support these changes: nc.audubon.org/news/state-p...
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Learn more and support these changes: nc.audubon.org/news/state-p...
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State Proposal Highlights Threats Facing Three NC Bird Species
Black Skimmers, Rusty Blackbirds, Swallow-tailed Kites proposed for threatened and special concern list.
nc.audubon.org
April 29, 2024 at 1:55 PM
Threats facing Black Skimmers, Rusty Blackbirds, and Swallow-tailed Kites are highlighted in a new proposal from the NC Wildlife Recourses Commission that would elevate their official endangered/threatened listing status.
Learn more and support these changes: nc.audubon.org/news/state-p...
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Learn more and support these changes: nc.audubon.org/news/state-p...
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Two new native plant policies will result in more native plants blooming in NC, while also cutting down on the use of invasive species in landscaping. This is all thanks to advocacy by T. Gilbert Pearson Audubon and Forsyth Audubon.
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Triad Cities get Native Plants Policies, Thanks to Chapter Advocacy
Greensboro and Winston-Salem pass policies that promote the use of native plants and ban invasives.
nc.audubon.org
April 9, 2024 at 12:40 PM
Two new native plant policies will result in more native plants blooming in NC, while also cutting down on the use of invasive species in landscaping. This is all thanks to advocacy by T. Gilbert Pearson Audubon and Forsyth Audubon.
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Are you a birder in North Carolina? If so, it's time to get busy! We're entering the final TWO breeding seasons of the North Carolina Bird Atlas and we need your help: nc.audubon.org/news/birders...
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Birders, We Need Your Help to Finish the NC Bird Atlas
We’re entering the final TWO breeding seasons for this important state-wide project.
nc.audubon.org
April 5, 2024 at 1:39 PM
Are you a birder in North Carolina? If so, it's time to get busy! We're entering the final TWO breeding seasons of the North Carolina Bird Atlas and we need your help: nc.audubon.org/news/birders...
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A rare seabird that depends on NC’s offshore waters has officially been classified as an endangered species. Learn about the Black-capped Petrel, which forages far offshore in the Gulf Stream, and what federal protections mean for this declining species: nc.audubon.org/news/seabird...
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Seabird that Depends on NC’s Offshore Waters Gains Federal Protections
Endangered species protections will help Black-capped Petrel as offshore wind energy ramps up.
nc.audubon.org
March 26, 2024 at 1:34 PM
A rare seabird that depends on NC’s offshore waters has officially been classified as an endangered species. Learn about the Black-capped Petrel, which forages far offshore in the Gulf Stream, and what federal protections mean for this declining species: nc.audubon.org/news/seabird...
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In what is becoming a trend, a recent survey revealed population declines for Black Skimmers among other colonial waterbirds that rely on the undeveloped areas of the NC coast, from marshes to dredge islands. Learn how were working to turn the tide: nc.audubon.org/news/waterbi...
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Waterbird Survey Shows Continued Declines for Beach-nesting Species
A 2023 census report shows substantial declines for Black Skimmers, among others. Here's how we’re working to turn the tide.
nc.audubon.org
March 22, 2024 at 12:23 PM
In what is becoming a trend, a recent survey revealed population declines for Black Skimmers among other colonial waterbirds that rely on the undeveloped areas of the NC coast, from marshes to dredge islands. Learn how were working to turn the tide: nc.audubon.org/news/waterbi...
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Spring is here and so are our coastal birds who have returned to start the breeding season. Brown Pelicans and Great Egrets are building nests and terns and oystercatchers are courting mates. Here’s how you can help this year: buff.ly/3IIWAxm #ShareTheShore
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The Birds are Back in Town
As we welcome the return of our coastal birds for the breeding season, we need your help to keep them safe.
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March 20, 2024 at 12:54 PM
Spring is here and so are our coastal birds who have returned to start the breeding season. Brown Pelicans and Great Egrets are building nests and terns and oystercatchers are courting mates. Here’s how you can help this year: buff.ly/3IIWAxm #ShareTheShore
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First field day of 2024 was this weekend, posting bird nesting areas on Lea-Hutaff island, and undeveloped barrier island near Wilmington, NC. Remember to #ShareTheShore this spring and summer and give birds the space they need to raise their families!
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March 18, 2024 at 12:54 PM
First field day of 2024 was this weekend, posting bird nesting areas on Lea-Hutaff island, and undeveloped barrier island near Wilmington, NC. Remember to #ShareTheShore this spring and summer and give birds the space they need to raise their families!
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White-breasted Nuthatch pair kicking off the breeding season here in North Carolina this morning
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March 7, 2024 at 6:30 PM
White-breasted Nuthatch pair kicking off the breeding season here in North Carolina this morning
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