How Did Bird Ancestors Survive the Apocalypse?
April 27, 2016 —
Some avian dinosaurs were able to find food after the asteroid hit, thanks to one key adaptation.
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And the Fastest-Moving Birds on the Planet Are ...
April 26, 2016 —
Shocker: They aren't hummingbirds.
Are Kestrels the New Poster Species for Pesticides?
April 22, 2016 —
Raptor populations have been on the rise since DDT was banned in the ‘70s—except for the American Kestrel.
Learn How Scientists Turned Extinct Birds Into Life-Like, 3-D Animations
April 21, 2016 —
To find out more about their ecological roles, seven moas were given a chance to live again (digitally, anyway).
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.
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.
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.
How Do Fairywrens Stay Fancy?
April 14, 2016 —
Male Red-backed Fairywrens have adapted to keep their breeding ensembles in tip-top shape.
11 Terrifying Dinosaurs That Rocked Feathers Better Than Birds
April 08, 2016 —
These illustrations will redefine the way you think about your favorite dinosaurs.
