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A Photo ID Quiz That's Perfect for Beginner Birders
December 14, 2016 —
Test your birding knowledge with 10 species often found during the Christmas Bird Count.
Purbita Saha
Purbita Saha is a bird nerd, journalist, and insect enthusiast.
Articles by Purbita Saha
Reimagining the American Goldfinch
December 05, 2016 —
Cultural icon Tony Fitzpatrick blends folk art with his bird obsession.
New Video Exposes the Yellow-Breasted Chat as a Total Trash Bird
December 02, 2016 —
Don’t let the mean old city get you down, buddy.
How to Predict Which Canadian Birds Will Crash Your Feeders This Winter
November 09, 2016 —
Thanks to one man's annual Winter Finch Forecast, birders can prepare for any surprise visitors that might swing south during colder months.
Leonardo DiCaprio Seeks the Truth About Climate Change in New Documentary
October 28, 2016 —
The actor sheds his tux to capture evidence of the most devastating environmental crisis in human history.
My Journey Into the Heart of Brooklyn Parrot Country
October 24, 2016 —
What can be more important than brunch on a Saturday? An urban safari to see NYC's wild Monk Parakeets.
Jane Alexander: It’s Time to Treat Scientists Like Heroes Again
September 27, 2016 —
In her first nature book, the Hollywood and Broadway star shares personal tales of exploration and conservation that urge and inspire.
A Pair of Common Loons Adopted a Lucky Goldeneye Duckling, and It Was a Big Deal
September 13, 2016 —
This summer, a rare example of inter-species adoption was made even more special by the fact that these two birds typically don't get along.
Watch: Flamingos Add a Dash of Color to the Florida Everglades
June 13, 2016 —
The birds are back in town.
