Science

Behind the Scenes of the World’s Largest Bird Wing Collection
June 12, 2015 — One wing at a time, a Seattle museum builds a record of avian biodiversity.
Adapt, Adapt, Adapt
June 11, 2015 — The American Museum of Natural History’s latest exhibit reveals the power of natural selection.
Spying on Puffins
June 09, 2015 — The coast of Maine is alive with seabirds—see for yourself.
Is This the Most Adorable Epidemic Ever?
June 02, 2015 — A budgie surrounded by yawning budgies can’t help but yawn, too.
Call of the Wild
June 01, 2015 — When birds and other animals sound the alarm, the rest of the forest is listening.
Wild Flamingos Return to Florida
June 01, 2015 — After a century-long absence, the elegant pink waders are back in the Everglades. But where did they come from?
Java Sparrows Know How to Jam
May 28, 2015 — The Indonesian songbirds drum up a repertoire of bill clicks and taps before mating.
How to Use Radar to Track Birds
May 27, 2015 — Radars may be designed to track storms, but flocks of can birds show up too. Learn to use that to your advantage.
Why Don't Birds Need Sunscreen?
May 26, 2015 — Researchers uncover a clue as to how non-mammals stay outdoors without getting burned.
Researchers Dupe Birds Into Thinking They’ve Been Duped
May 26, 2015 — Robins can identify a parasitic cowbird egg, even when it’s 3-D printed to perfection.