Audubon Alaska

10/10/2026

This World Migratory Bird Day, let’s talk about the places that connect us all.

Every year, some 600,000 migratory shorebirds return to Alaska’s Teshekpuk Lake wetlands to breed. Birds travel thousands of miles to reach this Arctic haven, where the future of their populations is tied to the future of the habitat they depend on. But this globally important landscape faces growing pressure from oil and gas development.

This , explore conservation photographer Gerrit Vyn’s stunning images of Teshekpuk Lake and discover why protecting Alaska’s Western Arctic matters to birds far beyond Alaska’s borders.

"Can Teshekpuk Lake Be Saved?" See the photo essay from Audubon magazine.

As industrial pressures mount, the photographer has dedicated himself to documenting—and protecting—the remote refuge, among the world’s most important bird-breeding grounds.

10/07/2026

Alaska made the cut! The 2026 Audubon Photography Awards Top 100 includes two stunning photos from Alaska: a Sooty Grouse family crossing a road in Gustavus and Black-legged Kittiwakes nesting along the coast of Resurrection Bay.

These images offer a glimpse of the remarkable birds and landscapes found across our state—and the patience, skill, and storytelling that go into capturing them.

See the Alaska photos and explore all 100 images from this year’s Audubon Photography Awards!

These jaw-dropping images and behind-the-scenes stories showcase the photographers’ artistry and the beauty of birdlife from Canada to Chile.

10/05/2026

"I’m trying to learn the Thriller dance for spooky season. The dramatic stare? Natural. The wing pops? Nailed it. But the spooky footwork? That's still a work in progress."

Better give this one some room. The adult Bald Eagle's wingspan can reach up to 6 feet, 8 inches. That’s a LOT of wingspan for a dance floor.

10/04/2026

"At Teshekpuk Lake, I was reminded of what all this work is ultimately for: following birds and the science to where conservation matters most."

In Audubon’s latest Points of Connection, CEO Elizabeth Gray reflects on her journey to Teshekpuk Lake in Alaska’s Western Arctic—and the powerful reminder that protecting Arctic habitat matters far beyond Alaska. From Snow Geese and cranes to the vast wetlands that sustain them, Teshekpuk Lake shows us how deeply connected birds, people and landscapes are across the hemisphere.

Arctic habitats support birds across the hemisphere, and we are called to protect these landscapes—wherever we live.

10/02/2026

What makes Teshekpuk Lake one of the most important places for birds in the Arctic? And what’s at stake if it’s lost?

Gerrit Vyn Photography’s stunning images bring this remarkable landscape to life, capturing a vital breeding ground for hundreds of thousands of migratory shorebirds and other wildlife—and documenting the growing threats it faces from oil and gas development.

Explore the photo essay and see why protecting Teshekpuk Lake matters to birds, wildlife, and communities across Alaska and beyond.

As industrial pressures mount, the photographer has dedicated himself to documenting—and protecting—the remote refuge, among the world’s most important bird-breeding grounds.

09/29/2026

The Tongass is worth protecting. Adding your voice is free and takes just a few minutes.

Southeast Alaska’s Tongass National Forest is home to some of the world’s largest remaining old-growth temperate rainforest, vital salmon habitat, and birds like Marbled Murrelets and Queen Charlotte Goshawks.

A proposal to repeal the Roadless Rule could put these forests and the wildlife that depend on them at risk. You can help speak up for the Tongass by taking action today.

Join us to urge the U.S. Forest Service not to repeal the Roadless Rule. Add your name by October 6.

09/28/2026

“Could you PLEASE stop calling us a pile? We prefer ‘highly organized aquatic gathering.’ There is absolutely a system here. A system you would understand if you were a fish-eating duck.”

Common Merganser flocks are usually small, but they may combine into big concentrations, sometimes at large reservoirs. Common Mergansers living along rivers may spend hours resting on rocks or on shore, as shown. Now THIS is a log jam we can get behind.

09/27/2026

Happy ! Did you know Audubon Alaska’s birding trails are year-round?

From the Arctic to Anchorage, birding trails invite visitors to explore Alaska’s incredible landscapes, discover local birdlife, and support communities along the way. Our birding trails make it easier to find birding hotspots, plan your next adventure, and experience the state’s natural wonders—all while supporting sustainable bird tourism.

Explore Alaska’s birding trails here!

Making Alaska birding accessible to everyone while growing Alaska’s economy through bird tourism.

09/23/2026

It's here! Climate Week NYC brings together voices focused on climate action and practical, science-based solutions to the interconnected challenges of climate change and biodiversity loss.

Here in Alaska, one of those solutions is the Tongass National Forest. This vast old-growth rainforest stores enormous amounts of carbon and provides essential habitat for hundreds of bird species—but protections for its roadless areas are again at risk. Read more about why the Tongass matters for birds, climate, and Southeast Alaska.

And ACT NOW! Join us in urging the Forest Service to uphold protections for roadless areas. See the link in our bio or visit 🔗 act.audubon.org/a/save-roadless-areas-2026

How the Roadless Rule has helped protect the Tongass National Forest as a carbon sink, bird habitat, and landscape vital to the ways of life of Southeast Alaska.

09/21/2026

“If anyone sees a pair of glasses somewhere in the high Arctic, those are mine.”

We doubt any of us will find her pair. The Spectacled Eider tends to occur in areas where travel is difficult for humans. Its remote habitat and bizarre, ghostly appearance contribute to its aura of mystery.

Happy start of spooky season.