Science

Feathered Friends for Life—or Not
February 18, 2015 — Birds make new pals when circumstances force it, but don't expect them to buddy up for the long haul.
See No Evil
February 12, 2015 — Drones? What drones? New research shows that birds, unlike people, are unfazed by flying machines.
An Egg With a View
February 11, 2015 — Researchers assemble a transparent egg that allows us to sneak a peek at an unborn chick.
Pigeons Might Be Smarter Than We Thought
February 10, 2015 — The unassuming birds might learn concepts the same way little kids do, a small study finds.
The Champion Egg-Layers of the Bird World
February 06, 2015 — When it comes to reproductive investment, which birds win? Not the ones you were expecting.
Missing Oil From Deepwater Horizon Found On Sea Floor
February 06, 2015 — The oil is trapped in sediment, but may trickle up the food chain.
Did Dinosaurs Have Feathers?
February 04, 2015 — All dinosaurs had the tools needed for feather production, a study reveals.
Chicks, Like Humans, Count from Left to Right
February 02, 2015 — New research shows chickens may imagine bigger values to the right, suggesting the mental number line originated millions of years ago.
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How to Stop Cats from Killing Birds
January 29, 2015 — A cat owner and avian ecologist found an effective solution to a perennial problem. But will other cat owners use it?
A Flight Plan for Birds in a Warming World
January 26, 2015 — Audubon's chief scientist is plotting a future for birds. Here's how they could survive.