Risking Life and Limb in Antarctica to Find the Frozen Ancestors of Birds August 04, 2016 — Extreme fossil hunting on the icy outcrops at the bottom of the world. Ornitho-logic
Genes Play a Big Role in Songbirds' Travel Plans July 29, 2016 — New research shows that Swainson's Thrushes use a "genetic map" to pick their migration routes. News
The Osprey Nation Wants You July 28, 2016 — A dedicated Osprey fan base is collecting valuable ecological data across Connecticut. Community Science
What’s Got Bird Beaks in a Twist? July 27, 2016 — Thanks to a major lead, scientists are hot on the trail of a never-seen disease, which could help them crack a cold case wide open. News
The Secret Superpower of Birds, Revealed July 27, 2016 — Researchers have figured out how some species of birds deploy UV vision. News
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. News
How Do Hummingbirds Fly Without Crashing? July 21, 2016 — The birds can master their own physics by sizing up the objects in their path. News
Baby Ducks Are Capable of Abstract Thoughts July 15, 2016 — Experiments show that ducklings can find deeper meaning in the objects they imprint on. News
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. News
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