Culture

A Rare Copy of Audubon’s ‘Birds of America’ Heads to Auction to Benefit Conservation
June 12, 2018 — The four-volume masterpiece could raise $8-12 million, potentially setting a record value for John James Audubon's crowning achievement.
The Woods Are My Safe Haven—But That's Not True for Everyone
May 31, 2018 — [Updated: See editor's note below.] The hit TV show “Atlanta” offers a reminder that one Black person's paradise can be another one's terror.
What It's Like to Hold a Baby Penguin
May 16, 2018 — Discover the adorable details in this excerpt from “Penguins in the Desert.”
Win a Copy of the Murder Mystery, "A Shimmer of Hummingbirds"
May 11, 2018 — In the newly released book, detective Domenic Jejeune goes on an exotic birding trip to hunt down his brother's killer.
Why I Use Comics to Share My Love of Birds and Science
April 26, 2018 — Rosemary Mosco, creator of the comic “Bird and Moon,” on how humor, animals, and cartoons are a natural fit.
On the Hunt for Hundreds of Rare Birds Stolen From a Museum
April 24, 2018 — Writer Kirk Johnson accidentally becomes part of the search for the pilfered specimens in this excerpt from the “The Feather Thief."
Inside Reality Star Spencer Pratt’s Hummingbird Empire
April 09, 2018 — Almost a decade after “The Hills,” the Los Angeles native has found a new fan base in the hundreds of hummers that visit his decked-out home.
Reimagining the Painted Bunting
March 23, 2018 — Artist Keith Negley adds imaginative flourishes to an exquisite pair of birds.
Ten of the Best Podcasts About Birds
March 16, 2018 — So you can get your birding fill, even when you can't get outside.
After 96 Years, Betty Reid Soskin Is Still As Fierce As Ever
February 23, 2018 — In her new memoir, 'Sign My Name to Freedom,' the activist, pioneer, and National Park Service ranger reflects on the many lives she’s lived.