Science

Endangered Hawaiian Bird Immortalized In Space
April 20, 2016 — Thanks to a science teacher in India, an asteroid has been named after the critically endangered Akikiki.
Birds in the News
Why Louisiana’s Barrier Islands Are Essential to Seabird and Human Survival
April 20, 2016 — Island restoration is an investment in coastal Louisiana’s future. Here’s how it works.
Gulf Restoration
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