Indiana Audubon
@indianaaudubon.bsky.social
🐦 Indiana's bird advocates since 1898
Conservation | Education | Research
Conservation | Education | Research
💯🧾 Did you know your annual membership fuels conservation, education, and research for #birds right here in #Indiana?
Every Indiana Audubon membership makes this work possible and helps birds thrive in the habitats they depend on across the state. Become a member at indianaaudubon.org/membership.
Every Indiana Audubon membership makes this work possible and helps birds thrive in the habitats they depend on across the state. Become a member at indianaaudubon.org/membership.
October 11, 2025 at 9:23 PM
💯🧾 Did you know your annual membership fuels conservation, education, and research for #birds right here in #Indiana?
Every Indiana Audubon membership makes this work possible and helps birds thrive in the habitats they depend on across the state. Become a member at indianaaudubon.org/membership.
Every Indiana Audubon membership makes this work possible and helps birds thrive in the habitats they depend on across the state. Become a member at indianaaudubon.org/membership.
Every fall, Lake Michigan’s southern shore becomes a migration corridor for tens of thousands of #birds. Our counters at Miller Beach, as part of the Kenneth J. Brock Fall Waterbird Survey, track everything from raptor kettles to massive Blue Jay flights to reveal the scale of these movements.
October 9, 2025 at 6:07 PM
Every fall, Lake Michigan’s southern shore becomes a migration corridor for tens of thousands of #birds. Our counters at Miller Beach, as part of the Kenneth J. Brock Fall Waterbird Survey, track everything from raptor kettles to massive Blue Jay flights to reveal the scale of these movements.
Indiana’s birds don’t care about county lines or zip codes. They care about habitat. That’s why on #OctoberBigDay we’ll be out at 17 @protectindianaland.bsky.social protected sites counting every feather that flies by.
Choose a site, sign up for a hike, and count birds: obd2025.eventbrite.com
Choose a site, sign up for a hike, and count birds: obd2025.eventbrite.com
October 1, 2025 at 7:19 PM
Indiana’s birds don’t care about county lines or zip codes. They care about habitat. That’s why on #OctoberBigDay we’ll be out at 17 @protectindianaland.bsky.social protected sites counting every feather that flies by.
Choose a site, sign up for a hike, and count birds: obd2025.eventbrite.com
Choose a site, sign up for a hike, and count birds: obd2025.eventbrite.com
Each spring, countless birds strike windows, mistaking reflections for open space. Many later die from internal injuries.
A simple fix—like spaced window dots—can save lives by making glass visible to birds.
Now’s the time to act. Learn More: indianaaudubon.org/lights-out-indiana
A simple fix—like spaced window dots—can save lives by making glass visible to birds.
Now’s the time to act. Learn More: indianaaudubon.org/lights-out-indiana
May 9, 2025 at 9:23 PM
Each spring, countless birds strike windows, mistaking reflections for open space. Many later die from internal injuries.
A simple fix—like spaced window dots—can save lives by making glass visible to birds.
Now’s the time to act. Learn More: indianaaudubon.org/lights-out-indiana
A simple fix—like spaced window dots—can save lives by making glass visible to birds.
Now’s the time to act. Learn More: indianaaudubon.org/lights-out-indiana
🚨 Lights Out Alert 🚨
An estimated 8.4 million #birds will be flying over #Indiana tonight (May 7)! 🌙✨ You can help by turning off outdoor lights between 11 p.m. and 6 a.m.
Find out what you can do—and why it matters—at indianaaudubon.org/lights-out-indiana.
An estimated 8.4 million #birds will be flying over #Indiana tonight (May 7)! 🌙✨ You can help by turning off outdoor lights between 11 p.m. and 6 a.m.
Find out what you can do—and why it matters—at indianaaudubon.org/lights-out-indiana.
May 7, 2025 at 10:57 PM
🚨 Lights Out Alert 🚨
An estimated 8.4 million #birds will be flying over #Indiana tonight (May 7)! 🌙✨ You can help by turning off outdoor lights between 11 p.m. and 6 a.m.
Find out what you can do—and why it matters—at indianaaudubon.org/lights-out-indiana.
An estimated 8.4 million #birds will be flying over #Indiana tonight (May 7)! 🌙✨ You can help by turning off outdoor lights between 11 p.m. and 6 a.m.
Find out what you can do—and why it matters—at indianaaudubon.org/lights-out-indiana.
Got kids? Got curiosity? 🐦
Head to Indiana Dunes State Park on Saturday, May 17, for Youth & Family Birding Day—a full day of wild, winged fun!
🌿 Hourly bird walks
🛠️ Birdhouse building
🦉 Live birds of prey
🎨 Crafts, owl pellets, nature bingo & more
No sign-up needed. Come and go as you please.
Head to Indiana Dunes State Park on Saturday, May 17, for Youth & Family Birding Day—a full day of wild, winged fun!
🌿 Hourly bird walks
🛠️ Birdhouse building
🦉 Live birds of prey
🎨 Crafts, owl pellets, nature bingo & more
No sign-up needed. Come and go as you please.
May 7, 2025 at 3:35 PM
Got kids? Got curiosity? 🐦
Head to Indiana Dunes State Park on Saturday, May 17, for Youth & Family Birding Day—a full day of wild, winged fun!
🌿 Hourly bird walks
🛠️ Birdhouse building
🦉 Live birds of prey
🎨 Crafts, owl pellets, nature bingo & more
No sign-up needed. Come and go as you please.
Head to Indiana Dunes State Park on Saturday, May 17, for Youth & Family Birding Day—a full day of wild, winged fun!
🌿 Hourly bird walks
🛠️ Birdhouse building
🦉 Live birds of prey
🎨 Crafts, owl pellets, nature bingo & more
No sign-up needed. Come and go as you please.
It's the season for breeding birds! If you need tips and guidance on what to do—and how to find your nearest Indiana DNR licensed bird rehabilitator—we have a resource for you: bit.ly/ifoundabird
May 2, 2025 at 9:23 PM
It's the season for breeding birds! If you need tips and guidance on what to do—and how to find your nearest Indiana DNR licensed bird rehabilitator—we have a resource for you: bit.ly/ifoundabird
🎶 Kevin the Wood Thrush is back in Indiana—banded, fabulous, and scientifically significant.
The vibe? Fashion, but make it ✨ conservation science. ✨
Read the story: bit.ly/42W9LF5.
The vibe? Fashion, but make it ✨ conservation science. ✨
Read the story: bit.ly/42W9LF5.
April 30, 2025 at 8:00 PM
🎶 Kevin the Wood Thrush is back in Indiana—banded, fabulous, and scientifically significant.
The vibe? Fashion, but make it ✨ conservation science. ✨
Read the story: bit.ly/42W9LF5.
The vibe? Fashion, but make it ✨ conservation science. ✨
Read the story: bit.ly/42W9LF5.
🚨 Heads up, Hoosiers!
Turn your lights off tonight, tomorrow, and Wednesday night between 11 p.m. and 6 a.m. to help migrating birds.
This PSA is fueled by conservation passion and a whole lot of love for Indiana’s birds. 🐦
Turn your lights off tonight, tomorrow, and Wednesday night between 11 p.m. and 6 a.m. to help migrating birds.
This PSA is fueled by conservation passion and a whole lot of love for Indiana’s birds. 🐦
April 27, 2025 at 8:40 PM
🚨 Heads up, Hoosiers!
Turn your lights off tonight, tomorrow, and Wednesday night between 11 p.m. and 6 a.m. to help migrating birds.
This PSA is fueled by conservation passion and a whole lot of love for Indiana’s birds. 🐦
Turn your lights off tonight, tomorrow, and Wednesday night between 11 p.m. and 6 a.m. to help migrating birds.
This PSA is fueled by conservation passion and a whole lot of love for Indiana’s birds. 🐦
A question we got this week: “What should I do about the Mourning Dove that’s built a nest in the wreath on my front door?”
Short answer: Nothing.
Long answer: We’re so glad you asked! 🧵
Photo: Mourning Dove paid by Shari McCollough
Short answer: Nothing.
Long answer: We’re so glad you asked! 🧵
Photo: Mourning Dove paid by Shari McCollough
April 17, 2025 at 5:23 PM
A question we got this week: “What should I do about the Mourning Dove that’s built a nest in the wreath on my front door?”
Short answer: Nothing.
Long answer: We’re so glad you asked! 🧵
Photo: Mourning Dove paid by Shari McCollough
Short answer: Nothing.
Long answer: We’re so glad you asked! 🧵
Photo: Mourning Dove paid by Shari McCollough
Our spring membership drive starts NOW!
Your membership doesn't fly south. Every dollar stays here to protect the habitats Indiana's birds depend on—during migration and beyond. Join Indiana Audubon by May 1 and get entered to win some cool birdy prizes.
Details: bit.ly/isupportbirds
Your membership doesn't fly south. Every dollar stays here to protect the habitats Indiana's birds depend on—during migration and beyond. Join Indiana Audubon by May 1 and get entered to win some cool birdy prizes.
Details: bit.ly/isupportbirds
April 15, 2025 at 3:35 PM
Our spring membership drive starts NOW!
Your membership doesn't fly south. Every dollar stays here to protect the habitats Indiana's birds depend on—during migration and beyond. Join Indiana Audubon by May 1 and get entered to win some cool birdy prizes.
Details: bit.ly/isupportbirds
Your membership doesn't fly south. Every dollar stays here to protect the habitats Indiana's birds depend on—during migration and beyond. Join Indiana Audubon by May 1 and get entered to win some cool birdy prizes.
Details: bit.ly/isupportbirds
📞 Call your representatives about H.R. 7018 (Glue Trap Prohibition Act) and the rescinding of "incidental take" under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act protections.
🌪️ Yes, it feels like shouting into a hurricane some days.
🐦 Yes, it still matters.
If you have 5 minutes, make a call. DO IT FOR BIRDS!
🌪️ Yes, it feels like shouting into a hurricane some days.
🐦 Yes, it still matters.
If you have 5 minutes, make a call. DO IT FOR BIRDS!
April 10, 2025 at 3:35 PM
📞 Call your representatives about H.R. 7018 (Glue Trap Prohibition Act) and the rescinding of "incidental take" under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act protections.
🌪️ Yes, it feels like shouting into a hurricane some days.
🐦 Yes, it still matters.
If you have 5 minutes, make a call. DO IT FOR BIRDS!
🌪️ Yes, it feels like shouting into a hurricane some days.
🐦 Yes, it still matters.
If you have 5 minutes, make a call. DO IT FOR BIRDS!
Spring wildflowers be like: "Bloom fast, or don't bloom at all." Learn about these short-lived rebels with us at Mary Gray Bird Sanctuary in Connersville THIS Saturday. 🌱
Details & Registration: birdandhikemgbs.eventbrite.com
Details & Registration: birdandhikemgbs.eventbrite.com
April 8, 2025 at 1:29 PM
Spring wildflowers be like: "Bloom fast, or don't bloom at all." Learn about these short-lived rebels with us at Mary Gray Bird Sanctuary in Connersville THIS Saturday. 🌱
Details & Registration: birdandhikemgbs.eventbrite.com
Details & Registration: birdandhikemgbs.eventbrite.com
Indiana Audubon members get free access to @birdsoftheworld.bsky.social—a $49/year resource with 11,000+ species accounts. 🐦
If you were an active member between Dec. 1 and March 20, you’re eligible! Just follow the steps at indianaaudubon.org/bow to get started.
If you were an active member between Dec. 1 and March 20, you’re eligible! Just follow the steps at indianaaudubon.org/bow to get started.
April 1, 2025 at 2:23 PM
Indiana Audubon members get free access to @birdsoftheworld.bsky.social—a $49/year resource with 11,000+ species accounts. 🐦
If you were an active member between Dec. 1 and March 20, you’re eligible! Just follow the steps at indianaaudubon.org/bow to get started.
If you were an active member between Dec. 1 and March 20, you’re eligible! Just follow the steps at indianaaudubon.org/bow to get started.
There are SO many ways to connect with us and learn about birds and nature! Head to indianaaudubon.org/events to sign up for one of our upcoming in-person or virtual experiences.
April 1, 2025 at 1:58 AM
There are SO many ways to connect with us and learn about birds and nature! Head to indianaaudubon.org/events to sign up for one of our upcoming in-person or virtual experiences.
Each spring, Indiana Audubon tracks bird migration, identifies challenges, and advocates for the habitats they rely on. But federal funding cuts and decreased support from key partners have put financial strain on this essential research.
March 12, 2025 at 3:16 PM
Each spring, Indiana Audubon tracks bird migration, identifies challenges, and advocates for the habitats they rely on. But federal funding cuts and decreased support from key partners have put financial strain on this essential research.
You can also change “Year-Round, All Years” to the current month and year.
Zoom in and tap on the red location pins to get details on the sightings. It’s that easy!
Zoom in and tap on the red location pins to get details on the sightings. It’s that easy!
March 12, 2025 at 1:24 AM
You can also change “Year-Round, All Years” to the current month and year.
Zoom in and tap on the red location pins to get details on the sightings. It’s that easy!
Zoom in and tap on the red location pins to get details on the sightings. It’s that easy!
You’ll need an eBird account to use it, but signing up is FREE. It’s also a mobile-friendly website.
After creating your free account, go to ebird.org/map and enter the species name. Then, tap the three dots and enter your location.
After creating your free account, go to ebird.org/map and enter the species name. Then, tap the three dots and enter your location.
March 12, 2025 at 1:24 AM
You’ll need an eBird account to use it, but signing up is FREE. It’s also a mobile-friendly website.
After creating your free account, go to ebird.org/map and enter the species name. Then, tap the three dots and enter your location.
After creating your free account, go to ebird.org/map and enter the species name. Then, tap the three dots and enter your location.
We get this question all the time: “When do Ruby-throated Hummingbirds show up in spring?” If you put your nectar feeders out by mid-April, you’ll be ready for those first tiny travelers looking for a quick refuel.
Image Source: @accuweather.com
Image Source: @accuweather.com
March 9, 2025 at 2:12 PM
We get this question all the time: “When do Ruby-throated Hummingbirds show up in spring?” If you put your nectar feeders out by mid-April, you’ll be ready for those first tiny travelers looking for a quick refuel.
Image Source: @accuweather.com
Image Source: @accuweather.com
Our 2025 Sax-Zim Bog tour was last weekend! Guess how many Great Gray Owls our participants got to see?
We’ll mail a cute little Indiana Audubon number sticker to anyone who correctly guesses the exact number. 😉
Photo by Karla Simpson
We’ll mail a cute little Indiana Audubon number sticker to anyone who correctly guesses the exact number. 😉
Photo by Karla Simpson
February 22, 2025 at 3:39 PM
Our 2025 Sax-Zim Bog tour was last weekend! Guess how many Great Gray Owls our participants got to see?
We’ll mail a cute little Indiana Audubon number sticker to anyone who correctly guesses the exact number. 😉
Photo by Karla Simpson
We’ll mail a cute little Indiana Audubon number sticker to anyone who correctly guesses the exact number. 😉
Photo by Karla Simpson
If you want to include the name of both adults when joining, simply enter both your name and your partner’s name in the "First Name" field under "More Information" at checkout.
Easy peasy! 🫛
Easy peasy! 🫛
February 21, 2025 at 4:04 AM
If you want to include the name of both adults when joining, simply enter both your name and your partner’s name in the "First Name" field under "More Information" at checkout.
Easy peasy! 🫛
Easy peasy! 🫛
A Poem:
To the Blue Jay, on Valentine's Day
Your voice, a clarion call, that echoes through the land
A summons to the brave...
1/4 • 📷 by Ryan Shean
To the Blue Jay, on Valentine's Day
Your voice, a clarion call, that echoes through the land
A summons to the brave...
1/4 • 📷 by Ryan Shean
February 14, 2025 at 5:12 PM
A Poem:
To the Blue Jay, on Valentine's Day
Your voice, a clarion call, that echoes through the land
A summons to the brave...
1/4 • 📷 by Ryan Shean
To the Blue Jay, on Valentine's Day
Your voice, a clarion call, that echoes through the land
A summons to the brave...
1/4 • 📷 by Ryan Shean