Missouri Bird Conservation Initiative

06/02/2026

06/02/2026

The clock is ticking.

Our open letter opposing Reflect Orbital’s proposal to commercialize the night sky will officially close tonight, Saturday, May 31. After that, we’ll deliver your signatures directly to Reflect Orbital and their investors.

For billions of years, Earth has known natural darkness. The night is not for sale.

If you haven’t signed yet, now is the time. Add your name and help defend the night before the letter closes: https://bit.ly/3KVsuvu

06/02/2026

What’s happening in the world of native plants this month? 🌿

From rare wildflowers emerging after prescribed fire in Georgia to community-led shrub restoration in New York and growing concerns over drought impacts on pollinators in Florida, our latest Native Plant News roundup explores stories shaping native landscapes across the country.

👉 Read more: https://wildones.org/may-2026-native-plant-news/

06/02/2026

06/02/2026

Beak or Bill—What’s the difference?
Nothing—they are synonyms, often used interchangeably. Ornithologists tend to use the word “bill” more often than “beak.” Some people use “beak” when referring to songbirds with pointed bills, and “bill” when discussing birds like ducks with broad, flat, more fleshy beaks. However, both words are used in reference to a wide variety of species.

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06/02/2026

05/29/2026

Bask in some of our favorite images from the Plants for Birds category in the 2025 Audubon Photography Awards.

05/29/2026

Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument has officially been designated an International Dark Sky Park. 🌵✨

Located in the heart of the Sonoran Desert, the monument has spent years protecting its incredible night skies through responsible lighting, astronomy outreach, and conservation efforts that support nocturnal wildlife and the surrounding community.

Congratulations to the park staff and local community helping protect the night for future generations. Learn more about their efforts to become a Dark Sky Park: https://bit.ly/3Pix2OG