How to Tell Apart Sound-Alike Warblers
April 17, 2020 —
Migrants have started arriving—and with them, plenty of confusion. This guide to commonly confused songs will help.
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Self-Isolation Is Turning Children Into Budding Birders
April 15, 2020 —
During the coronavirus crisis, families are discovering their avian neighbors and nurturing the next generation of nature lovers.
New Orleans Approves Net-Zero Carbon Standard by 2040
April 15, 2020 —
Historic measure commits New Orleans to a zero-carbon energy portfolio by 2050, phasing out fossil fuels.
Oil Market Woes Raise Concerns That More Wells Will Be ‘Orphaned’
April 10, 2020 —
When energy companies go bust, taxpayers are often on the hook to clean up abandoned wells that pose environmental hazards.
The Most Innovative Birds Stand the Best Chance of Survival
April 10, 2020 —
A new global study finds that species willing and able to try new foods or forage creatively have a lower risk of extinction.
Finding Hope in the Story of the Brown Pelican
April 08, 2020 —
After 50 years of recovery, this iconic bird is a symbol of Gulf Coast resilience.
For Scientists Who Study Birds, This Spring Is Without Precedent
April 08, 2020 —
Due to COVID-19, many researchers who track avian health have stopped or limited work just as migration, breeding, and nesting season ramps up.
When Yellow Warblers Warn of Brood Parasites, Red-winged Blackbirds Listen
April 06, 2020 —
A new study found that the bird’s distinct warning call for Brown-headed Cowbirds might also benefit eavesdropping neighbors.
Whooping Cranes Need to Socially Distance, Too, According to New Report
April 02, 2020 —
The endangered birds’ flocks are too big, putting them at risk of disease outbreak. Breaking up the large groups requires wetland restoration.
