Conservation

What Do the Birds and the Bees Have to Do With Global Food Supply?
March 10, 2016 — A new report from the United Nations suggests that the loss of certain pollinating species could threaten the planet’s food supply.
How Your Most Recent Birding Trip Could Save Rare Species
March 03, 2016 — New research shows that information from recreational birders could help researchers better focus conservation efforts.
How One Underappreciated Habitat Is a Boon for Birds
March 01, 2016 — Shrublands may not be as iconic as other natural settings, but they’re finally getting the respect they deserve.
Meet the Bird Brainiacs: Common Raven
February 29, 2016 — Tortoise biologist Tim Shields is trying to keep an endangered species from being eaten by ravens—without harming a feather in the process.
Do Birds Have an Inherent Right to Fly?
February 29, 2016 — The Indian Supreme Court is looking at the question in a more liberal—and literal—light.
How Two Old Pipelines Put the Great Lakes (and its Birds) at Risk
February 29, 2016 — Environmentalists' worry over a decades-old oil pipeline running under Michigan's water has inspired them to keep closer tabs on local wildlife.
California Condors Achieve a Happy New Milestone
February 26, 2016 — For the first time in decades, the odds are looking more in the condors’ favor.
Saving the Colorado River, One Wave at a Time
February 23, 2016 — Years of negotiations finally resulted in a much-needed pulse of water to help restore the wildlife along the river’s path.
Parrots Among Most-Threatened Bird Groups
February 23, 2016 — Polly doesn’t want a cracker, he wants a future.
How Flashing Lights on Cell Towers Can Save Birds’ Lives
February 18, 2016 — As many as 7 million birds in the U.S. die every year when they strike communication towers, but not for much longer.