Science

Bird Brains: They're More Complicated Than You Think
April 15, 2016 — A new book tells the surprising—and often wondrous—stories of brilliant birds.
Books
How Do Fairywrens Stay Fancy?
April 14, 2016 — Male Red-backed Fairywrens have adapted to keep their breeding ensembles in tip-top shape.
News
11 Terrifying Dinosaurs That Rocked Feathers Better Than Birds
April 08, 2016 — These illustrations will redefine the way you think about your favorite dinosaurs.
Culture
Why Black Larks Build Poop Fortresses
April 08, 2016 — Female larks borrow dung from grazing animals to create a force field around their nests.
News
Birds in North America and Europe Are Quickly Packing Their Bags—Here's Why
April 01, 2016 — Decades of data show that climate change is manipulating the way species move across continents.
Climate-Threatened Birds
Watch: This Little Bird Can Sing With Its Wings
March 30, 2016 — The broadbill's strange song may set your heart aflutter.
News
New Details Emerge on a Notorious Bird-Killing Bacteria
March 28, 2016 — Research shows that climate change and invasive species are spreading a toxin that causes paralysis in birds.
News
Scientists Solve A Shag-adelic Bird Mystery
March 25, 2016 — New Zealanders now get two endangered shags for the price of one.
News
Gators Are a Baby Waterbird’s Best and Worst Chance of Survival—Here's Why
March 24, 2016 — A new study on alligators and nesting waterbirds in the Everglades proves that predator-prey relationships are more complicated than we think.
News
Can Birds Survive Without Mosquitoes?
March 10, 2016 — With tropical diseases like Zika spreading across the globe, many experts suggest eradicating mosquitoes to save human lives.
News