News

How Different Spring Migrants Decide When to Head North
March 22, 2017 — Will warmer weather bring the birds back early? It all depends on what type of migrators they are.
In the Field
Mallards Are Everywhere, and That’s Great for Wetlands
March 22, 2017 — Forget any misconceptions you might have about the Mallard. These ubiquitous ducks renew and create habitats just by going about their normal lives.
In Memory of Chandler S. Robbins
March 21, 2017 — An avid naturalist, enthusiastic birder, and citizen-science innovator, ‘Chan’ Robbins (1918–2017) was a conservation titan.
Meet the Tiniest Owl in the World
March 20, 2017 — Native to the American Southwest, Elf Owls are slightly larger than a soda can, but that doesn't stop them from being determined predators.
Bird Questions and Facts
How Do You Say ‘Great Backyard Bird Count’ in American Sign Language?
March 17, 2017 — A collaboration between Audubon Pennsylvania and the Pennsylvania School for the Deaf brings birding to a new audience.
14 Fun Bird Events to Fill Your Spring Weekends
March 17, 2017 — From birding festivals to exhibits, the coming months and incoming migrants offer an array of activities for avian aficionados.
How to Compose the Perfect Bird Photo
March 17, 2017 — Follow these three simple tips to capture the best shot possible.
Tips and How-Tos
One Casualty of White House Budget: Cleanup of Toxic Hotspots Along the Great Lakes
March 16, 2017 — The proposed budget dedicates $0 to the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, which restores polluted land and water leftover from manufacturing, lumber, and mining industries.
What the Heck Is a Lek? The Quirkiest Mating Party on Earth.
March 15, 2017 — Consider this your guide to the mating ritual that shapes the lives of a hundred dancing, singing bird species.
Bird Behavior
Look at These Sweet Bald Eagles Protecting Their Eggs From the Snow
March 14, 2017 — At the U.S. National Arboretum, both eagle parents settled on their nest to warm their eggs, and each other, through the cold, icy night.
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