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Appleton-Whittell Research Ranch of Audubon
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Our Conservation Work

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Stewarding, Enhancing, and Protecting the AWRR

Stewarding, Enhancing, and Protecting the AWRR

Erosion control, eradication of non-native invasive species, replanting of native grasses, and reestablishment of fire are just a few of the ongoing processes at the Research Ranch.
Threatened and Endangered Species

Threatened and Endangered Species

Species Recovery on the Research Ranch
History

History

To learn how a cattle ranch became a research facility....
Fire on the AWRR

Fire on the AWRR

Staying Safe and Putting Fire to Work on the AWRR
Important Bird Areas

Important Bird Areas

One way in which the AWRR connects to global conservation efforts
Staff / Contact

Staff / Contact

To learn more about the employees of the Research Ranch....
Invasive Species

Invasive Species

Rehabilitation of Native Ecosystems on the Research Ranch
Wildlife-friendly Fences

Wildlife-friendly Fences

Protecting habitat connectivity on the Sonoita Plain