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Kenn Kaufman's Backyard Is One of the Best Spots to Witness Spring Migration
April 03, 2019 — The legendary birder's latest book is a love letter to Ohio and migratory wonders. Read an excerpt here.
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Four Decades of Building Strike Records Point to ‘Super Collider’ Birds
April 03, 2019 — A new study finds that quiet fliers are safer than more social species when it comes to avoiding urban hazards on nocturnal migrations.
How Do You Blaze a Trail That Everyone Can Enjoy?
April 02, 2019 — Birding with a disability can be difficult and lonely. These advocates are working to change that, one park at a time.
Did Scientists Just Settle a 200-Year-Old Debate About Cassowaries?
April 02, 2019 — A new study shows that the cassowary’s helmet plays a role in regulating body temperature. But that might not be all it does.
Win a Copy of Kenn Kaufman's New Book, ‘A Season on the Wind’
April 02, 2019 — The storied writer and birder chronicles the wonders of migration in a weaving tome.
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House Hunting Is a Prickly Affair in the Arizona Desert
April 01, 2019 — In a mostly tree-free terrain, saguaros play host to woodpeckers and other cavity-nesting species.
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Making Window Collisions a Priority in Canada's Capital
March 29, 2019 — Safe Wings Ottawa recently held its annual display to raise awareness about the dangers birds face and encourage action.
Tear Down that Fence: Tips to Green Your Yard With Sustainable Materials
March 29, 2019 — When building your garden paradise, try a more thoughtful version of the "reduce, reuse, and recycle" motto.
Righting the Record for the World’s Premier Trash Birds
March 29, 2019 — Birder Tim Dee paints an enlightening portrait of the urban gull and its ingenuity in his book ‘Landfill.’
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Climate Policy Urgently Needs Adults in the Room—So Teens Are Stepping Up
March 29, 2019 — They're walking out of classrooms, filing lawsuits, and instigating viral confrontations with politicians to demand a livable future. Just wait until these youth activists are old enough to vote.