How Are The Birds One Year After Gulf Oil Spill

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It's still too early to measure the full extent of the oil's impacts on Gulf Coast waters, beaches, and saltmarshes, to the region's economy, or to its millions of birds. In this video, Cornell Lab director John Fitzpatrick summarizes what we do know, and reflects on our obligation to restore this national treasure's health.

Oil Spill Recovery

Book By 11 Year Old Is Helping Birds

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What a great story. It shows that one person, even an 11 year old, can make a difference.

Dear Audubon Society:

As you all are aware of, the oil spill in the Gulf is devistating (sic). My mom has already donated a lot of money to help, but I have an idea that may also help. I am a decent drawer, and I was wondering if I could sell some bird paintings and give the profits to your organization.

She signed her name at the bottom, and added "11 years old and willing to help."

11-Year-Old Bird Artist Olivia Bouler Releases Book