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Tuning In to Spring Migration
March 17, 2026 — Thanks to a new generation of tools, we can follow bird migrations day or night!
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Merlin Is Magical, but It Still Makes Mistakes
August 23, 2023 — As the popularity of the app’s Sound ID feature grows, so do concerns about how imperfect artificial intelligence impacts a trove of scientific data.
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A bird feeder with a camera and microphone hangs outside.
These Smart Devices Can Identify the Birds Outside Your Window
July 10, 2023 — The Bird Buddy and the Haikubox offer new ways to get excited about birding from home.
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The original image shows detailed texture of 2 pigeons’ feathers as they preen. The Ai image is similar, but vivid details are missing.
What Does Generative AI Mean for Bird and Nature Photography?
June 21, 2023 — Soon we may not be able to easily tell if a bird photo is real or fake. And that poses fundamental questions that the wildlife photography field must grapple with.
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How New Technology Is Making Wind Farms Safer for Birds
May 18, 2021 — Raptors and wind energy have a fraught history. Could these innovations allow them to co-exist? 
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Can Painting Wind Turbine Blades Black Really Save Birds?
September 18, 2020 — A new study outlines a solution to the problem of wind turbine collisions. Experts say it’s promising, but they’re not sold just yet.
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How Chickens Could Inspire New Treatments for Deafness
November 07, 2019 — Birds can't lose their hearing. So why do we?
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A Simple Technology Could Help Stop Birds From Colliding With Power Lines
July 19, 2019 — It’s not rocket science, but it does build on the avian ability to see UV lights—with strong results.
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Seabird Experts Turn to Algorithms to Help Keep Fishing Boats in Line
July 15, 2019 — A new machine-learning system for tracking vessel activity could provide relief for albatrosses in harm's way.
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Birds of a Feather Kickflip Together in a New Crowdfunded Video Game
July 09, 2019 — A breakout hit, ‘SkateBIRD’ is a pet project for one seasoned developer and avian fan.
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