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Video: Watch (and Hear) Two Bitterns Getting Weird in a Rice Field
June 18, 2018 — Mindful conservation on California rice farms creates homes for wetland birds, while also providing a rare chance to study them.
Hear the Robin's Intricate Evening Song Slowed Down
June 18, 2018 — As dusk approaches, these thrushes get much more musical.
BirdNote
We Should Definitely Call Pigeons “Rock Doves” Again
June 15, 2018 — An official proposal would change the Rock Pigeon's name back to its previous, more dignified moniker. That's a sensational idea.
To Photograph Nesting Puffins, Belly Crawl
June 15, 2018 — Getting up close to these birds can be thrilling, but you've got to be careful.
Ethics
Hummingbird Gorgets: Jewels of the Sky
June 14, 2018 — The glittering, colorful feathers on the throats of male hummingbirds help them attract mates and defend territory. Here's how they work, up-close.
What a Fateful Expedition to Alaska 100 Years Ago Can Teach Us Today
June 14, 2018 — In his new book "Tip of the Iceberg," Mark Adams explores glaciers, climate change, and a defining moment for turn-of-the-century conservation.
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In ‘American Animals,’ Audubon’s Art Is a Source of Obsession, Greed, and Infamy
June 13, 2018 — To the director and one of the real-life perpetrators of the new crime film, “Birds of America” is more than just a plot point.
A Rare Copy of Audubon’s ‘Birds of America’ Heads to Auction to Benefit Conservation
June 12, 2018 — The four-volume masterpiece could raise $8-12 million, potentially setting a record value for John James Audubon's crowning achievement.
The Common Nighthawk Is the Cool City Bird You’ve Been Missing
June 12, 2018 — Here's how to find out if one's nesting by you—and what to do if one isn't.
What Decides Clutch Size?
June 11, 2018 — Most birds lay a predictable number of eggs, but why?
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