Birding

November 25, 2020 — In this month's Ask Kenn!, bird expert Kenn Kaufman shares the surprising origins of the finch's moniker. Plus, why your feeder birds fight so much.

October 30, 2020 — New studies suggest that northern populations of White-breasted Nuthatches might also have irruptive years—and 2020 is one of them.

October 23, 2020 — From coast to coast, the species has irrupted in astounding numbers

October 21, 2020 — Birding Without Barriers is part of a national movement to ensure that mobility impairment does not hinder people from enjoying nature.

September 17, 2020 — Ron Pittaway might be retiring, but fear not, finch fans: His collaborator Tyler Hoar will continue the highly anticipated reports.

September 4, 2020 — The loss of a species should always capture our attention, but it need not always demand our grief.

September 3, 2020 — In response to growing calls, the American Ornithological Society recently renamed the bird the Thick-billed Longspur. That's not enough for critics.

August 25, 2020 — Birds, the Trinity River Audubon Center, and nature provide stability for me when everything else feels so changeable.

August 6, 2020 — Sales are through the roof for seed suppliers, birdhouse builders, and small businesses helping people connect with the nature in their backyards.

July 15, 2020 — Looking to learn bird songs? Here are some courses and tools to guide you no matter your skill level.