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Get ready to celebrate the beauty of nature on Audubon Day, observed every year on April 26! This day honors the life and work of John James Audubon, a renowned ornithologist and naturalist who is best known for his stunning illustrations and conservation efforts. Audubon's passion for birds and wildlife led him on expeditions throughout North America, where he documented and studied various species. Today, we can continue his legacy by taking a moment to appreciate the wonders of the natural world around us. So grab your binoculars and get ready to explore!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1785</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Birth of John James Audubon</div><div class='timeline-text'>John James Audubon was born on April 26 in Les Cayes, Saint-Domingue (now Haiti).</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1827</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Start of "Birds of America"</div><div class='timeline-text'>Audubon embarked on creating his famous work, "Birds of America", a complete record of all known species of North American bird.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1838</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Completion of "Birds of America"</div><div class='timeline-text'>Audubon finished "Birds of America", which included 435 life-size watercolors of North American birds.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1851</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Death of John James Audubon</div><div class='timeline-text'>On January 27, Audubon passed away at his family home in Manhattan, New York.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1886</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Establishment of Audubon Society</div><div class='timeline-text'>George Bird Grinnell founded the Audubon Society, named after John James Audubon, with the mission of conserving birds and their habitats.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1896</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Observance of Audubon Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first observance of Audubon Day was recognized in honor of John James Audubon's contributions to ornithology and conservation.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Go on a bird watching hike</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Celebrate Audubon Day by going on a hike through nature and spotting different bird species. Bring along a field guide and binoculars to enhance the experience.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a local bird sanctuary</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Support conservation efforts and get up close and personal with birds by visiting a local bird sanctuary. You may even have the chance to see rare or endangered species!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a bird-themed picnic</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather some friends and have a picnic in the park, but with a bird-themed twist! Bring bird-shaped snacks and decorate with feathers to celebrate Audubon Day in a unique way.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend a birding lecture or workshop</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Expand your knowledge about birds and their habitats by attending a birding lecture or workshop. You may even learn how to attract certain bird species to your own backyard!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Share your favorite bird photos on social media</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Spread awareness about Audubon Day by sharing your favorite bird photos on social media with the hashtag #AudubonDay. Encourage others to appreciate and protect these beautiful creatures.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It celebrates the life and legacy of John James Audubon</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Audubon Day is a day to honor one of the pioneers of American ornithology, who dedicated his life to studying and illustrating birds. He left a lasting impact on the field of natural history and his work continues to inspire people today.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It promotes conservation efforts</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>On Audubon Day, many organizations and individuals promote the importance of preserving and protecting our environment for future generations. This includes taking action to combat climate change, promoting sustainable practices, and supporting habitat restoration for birds and other wildlife.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It encourages bird-watching and appreciation of nature</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Audubon Day is a great opportunity to get outside, observe and appreciate the beauty of birds and their habitats. Many events are held on this day to support education about bird-watching, conservation, and nature appreciation, allowing people to connect with their local environment and learn about its importance.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>John James Audubon Charted Unknown Territory</h3><p class='facts-content'>Audubon ventured into the American frontier, exploring areas entirely unknown to science at that time, to document bird species and their behaviors.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Audubon's Art Innovatively Captured Birds in Action</h3><p class='facts-content'>Before Audubon, birds were usually depicted sitting still. He pioneered a method of wiring the specimens into natural poses, capturing the vitality of each species in his illustrations.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Audubon's "Birds of America" Holds a Guinness World Record</h3><p class='facts-content'>Audubon's treasured work, "Birds of America", holds a Guinness World Record for the most expensive book ever sold at auction. A copy was purchased in 2010 for approximately $11.5 million.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>John James Audubon Was a Self-Taught Naturalist and Artist</h3><p class='facts-content'>Despite receiving little formal education, Audubon trained himself in ornithology and art, which led to his groundbreaking work in these fields.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Audubon Managed to Document 25 New Species</h3><p class='facts-content'>During his expeditions, Audubon discovered and documented 25 previously unrecognized species of birds, adding significantly to the scientific understanding of North American avifauna.</p></div></div>
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