Conservation

A female mallard is harnessed with a tracking device.
To Solve the Mallard's Mysterious Decline, Researchers Turn to Hi-Tech Trackers
June 20, 2025 — Biologists are using the devices to better understand the bird's behavior and, ultimately, what might be driving our most common duck's population drop.
Bird Science
Investing in Working Lands for Birds, Habitat, and Rural Communities
June 12, 2025 — Farmers and ranchers lead ÃÛèÖAPP's first-ever Farm Bill Fly-in
News
Why Federal Bird Science Deserves Our Strongest Support
June 11, 2025 — For decades, two programs from the U.S. Geological Survey have provided essential information about birds. They must continue to be fully funded.
Policy & Advocacy
Alameda Wetland
Protecting Albuquerque Area Wetlands
May 16, 2025 — ÃÛèÖAPP Southwest and Albuquerque Open Space partner to conserve these critical jewels.
Western Water News
New Legislation Offers Vital Support for Habitat Conservation in Cities and Towns
May 09, 2025 — Local Communities & Bird Habitat Stewardship Act will spur investments in efforts to support America’s birds
Policy
Legislation Aims to Improve Law Credited with Saving Bird Species from Extinction
May 06, 2025 — Bill introduced this week would update the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, provide regulatory stability, and strengthen conservation efforts.
Policy
Banding Together for Burrowing Owls 
April 18, 2025 — ÃÛèÖAPP staff digs deep, literally, to install new artificial burrows.
Western Water News
This Earth Day is a Pivotal Moment to Reverse Bird Population Declines
April 18, 2025 — ÃÛèÖAPP remains committed to protecting birds across the hemisphere.
Portrait of Raúl Grijalva.
Rep. Grijalva Served as a Stalwart Champion of Conservation, Tribal and Public Lands, and Birds
March 14, 2025
News
A meadowlark stands in short, green grass.
Jacob Yetter Joins ÃÛèÖAPP as Conservation Ranching Program Manager for Kansas & Oklahoma
March 14, 2025 — ÃÛèÖAPP Conservation Ranching is a grassland program that works for birds and herds
Conservation Ranching News