Celebrate the Birds of the Gulf of Mexico

The recent massive oil leak in the Gulf of Mexico is a stark reminder of what's at stake in this rich marine ecosystem, from Brown Pelicans, Piping Plovers, and Royal Terns above the waves to whales, dolphins, and sea turtles below.

On Wednesday, October 6, 2010, join scientists from the Smithsonian Migratory Bird Center and the Cornell Lab of Ornithology in celebrating the millions of birds that rely on the Gulf. Learn about the wonders of migration. Hear about the impact of the oil spill, and see the premiere of a Cornell Lab video, shot on the front lines at the height of the disaster in the Gulf.