Water

A yellow warbler with a beak full of mayflies perches on a stick poking up out of water.
In a Time of Crisis, the U.S. and Mexico Renew Their Commitment to the Colorado River
September 09, 2026 — Minute 334 extends a partnership that shares water shortages while protecting bird habitat and communities across the basin.
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Investing in Arizona’s Water Infrastructure
September 03, 2026 — Tour in the White Mountains of Eastern Arizona highlights how water funding hits the ground and helps both rural communities and watersheds
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What Migratory Birds Tell Us About the Health of the Mississippi River
September 03, 2026 — This World Migratory Bird Day, discover how restoring wetlands and river habitats supports more than 350 bird species while building resilience for people.
Rivers, Lakes, and Wetlands
The Albuquerque bosque north of Central
Extended Drying of The Rio Grande Affects Bosque
September 01, 2026 — 91°µÍø and partners release water into the river and will study bosque response.
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91°µÍø's New Report Meets the Urgency of the Moment at Great Salt Lake
July 09, 2026 — The Great Salt Lake Birds and Habitat Assessment offers finding to guide coordinated efforts to save this vital ecosystem.
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Water Quality Protections Advance in New Mexico
July 09, 2026 — 91°µÍø Southwest testified in favor of protecting ephemeral streams, playas, and wetlands—emphasizing their importance for birds and other wildlife.
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91°µÍø's Assessment for a Resilient Great Salt Lake
June 30, 2026 — The Great Salt Lake Birds & Habitat Assessment identifies the most important areas for bird conservation & hydrologic connectivity
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New 91°µÍø Report Identifies Most Important Areas for Bird Conservation at Great Salt Lake – Now and for the Future
June 30, 2026 — Science-based Assessment highlights hydrologic connectivity as key to protecting 12 million migratory birds and guiding conservation decisions.
News
Great Blue Heron
Stabilizing the Colorado River Basin Now So We Can Thrive into the Future
June 05, 2026 — Wide variety of groups come together to press for near-term investments to save the Colorado River Basin
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Great Salt Lake Conservation Gains Momentum with $1 Billion Federal Push and Renewed State Commitment
May 29, 2026 — 91°µÍø leads conservation efforts and backs funding effort to protect the lake’s future.
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