Beakuency welcomes Lexi Klahn and Hailey Faurot, conservationists from the National Audubon Society. They tell us about bird surveys at Buttercup Farm Audubon Sanctuary in Dutchess County, which specifically monitor Bobolinks, a priority bird species whose populations have declined by half due to habitat loss and modern farming practices. They share how tracking the birds' breeding cycles allows for more bird-friendly land management and keeps the conservation strategy up-to-date at a time when conditions are changing quickly due to climate stress. This series of surveys informs the local community about the importance of grassland habitats in the Hudson Valley and offers a direct opportunity for its members to support birds through citizen science. The stories they share demonstrate that real actions in the field can help us maintain hope, and show how community members can get involved, all while enjoying the wonders of birds.

Buttercup Farm Audubon Sanctuary

Bobolink Project

National Audubon Society’s Bobolink Project article

Hosted by Mayuko Fujino, "Beakuency" invites the local community to be inspired by the joy, beauty, and wisdom bird enthusiasts find in the nature of our neighborhoods. Every episode features an interview with local bird people, plus a freeform mix of sound made by birds and humans inspired by birds.

Read the interview transcripts and see more photos at beakuency.substack.com.

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