National Bird Day

 


The American Bald Eagle

In 1864, Charles Almanzo Babcock declared the first holiday to celebrate birds.  He was passionate about advancing bird conservation and raising awareness about birds kept in captivity.  Now the project is part of the Avian Welfare Coalition.



Nevada: Mountain Bluebird


California Quail


The mockingbird represents Arkansas, Mississippi, Tennessee, as well as Florida, although the latter is considering a change to the American flamingo.




AWC

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