News

Two Guys Just Broke the North American Big Year Record—But How?
July 26, 2016 — It turns out, seabirds and extreme birding go really well together.
High Mercury Levels Pose Another Setback for Arctic Birds
July 22, 2016 — Gone unchecked, the element can lead to sickness, sterility, or even death in breeding shorebirds.
How Do Hummingbirds Fly Without Crashing?
July 21, 2016 — The birds can master their own physics by sizing up the objects in their path.
Oil Spill Cleanups Are Dangerously Deceptive
July 19, 2016 — Washing off an oil-covered bird is only half the battle. A new story in "Hakai" explains why.
Baby Ducks Are Capable of Abstract Thoughts
July 15, 2016 — Experiments show that ducklings can find deeper meaning in the objects they imprint on.
The House Finch
July 15, 2016 — Thanks to an undercover Audubon sting, this bird is more of a backyard staple than a celebrity.
The Sketch
Hoot Goes the T. Rex?
July 14, 2016 — Scientists may have found a surprising parallel between bird and dinosaur sounds.
Dino-Birds
Feather-Eating Bacteria Found in Birds Across North America
July 14, 2016 — Scientists finally know how widespread the microbe is—but the news isn’t all terrible.