News

See the Millions of Places Migrating Birds Have Gone—in One Gif
January 27, 2016 — A new animation from the Cornell Lab of Ornithology tracks 118 species along their journeys across the Americas.
In Fight Against Coal, Court Sides With Clean Power Plan
January 26, 2016 — Even though several states are trying to delay implementation of this clean energy rule, a recent court decision is pushing it forward.
Climate Solutions
The Surprising Way Birds Are Trying to Dodge Climate Change
January 25, 2016 — New research shows that some birds are moving faster than ever to keep up with shifting climates. Here’s where they’re going.
Gimme Shelter: How Do Birds Survive A Snow Storm?
January 22, 2016 — Birds are incredibly resourceful in the face of severe winter weather.
Audubon’s Zachary Slavin Explains Why Starling Flocks Captivate
January 22, 2016 — One of the most destructive bird species in North America is also one of the most stunning when flying in a flock.
Birds in the News
What’s Up With This Weird Winter Weather?
January 21, 2016 — Unusual storms, warm spells, and stranded seabirds—we asked a few experts if climate change is to blame.
These 5 Countries Are the Biggest Plastic Polluters
January 21, 2016 — Ocean plastic harms seabirds and other wildlife, and a recent report zeroes in on the top culprits.
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Why Do Owls Bob Their Heads?
January 20, 2016 — Here's the secret behind the head-turning phenomenon.
Podcast
The Surprising Place Marbled Murrelets Nest—And How It Could Doom Them
January 19, 2016 — An age-old fight between conservationists and loggers pins this seabird in the middle.
The Bee-Pesticide Problem, Explained
January 15, 2016 — A new study highlights the threat of imidacloprid, an insecticide used on many crops.
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