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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


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Vulture populations are booming across the U.S., according to Hannah Partridge, who works for the National Audubon Society and studied vultures for years.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 16, 2026

The Audubon Society reported in January that although wind turbines can present hazards to birds, “developers can effectively manage these risks without significantly increasing project costs.”

From Los Angeles Times ● May 14, 2026

Others, like those at the National Audubon Society, praised the decision.

From Seattle Times ● Apr. 17, 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

In the summer of 1960 conservationists from many states converged on a peaceful Maine island to witness its presentation to the National Audubon Society by its owner, Millicent Todd Bingham.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson

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