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Audubon Society

American  

noun

  1. a society founded in 1905 for the preservation of wildlife, especially of birds.


Etymology

Origin of Audubon Society

Named after J. J. Audubon

Example Sentences

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The bill is supported by local governments and environmental groups such as the Wilderness Society and National Audubon Society.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 23, 2026

According to the National Audubon Society, this owl species is not endangered.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 21, 2025

The National Audubon Society, however, has decided to retain the Audubon name and instead spend $25 million on diversity, equity and inclusion efforts.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 6, 2024

The Audubon Society describes cactus ferruginous pygmy owls as hardy animals, hunting in near dawn and dusk on lizards, rodents, insects and small birds.

From Salon • Dec. 15, 2023

I haven’t noticed the three stickers under the peephole—one for the ASPCA, one that says Eat Meat Without Feet, and one that says Support the Audubon Society.

From "Liar & Spy" by Rebecca Stead

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