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Chuck-will's-widows Sometimes Swallow Songbirds Whole, Apparently?

April 21, 2020 — A handful of scientific records make this one of the few things researchers know about these mysterious, big-mouthed nightjars.

From Meadow to Marsh, Habitats May Take a Hit During Pandemic

April 20, 2020 — Restoration projects will likely see setbacks this spring, as invasive species removals and prescribed burns are put on hold.

13 Virtual Bird and Conservation Events to Tune In to This Spring

April 17, 2020 — While COVID-19 may have canceled your favorite festival, the internet still offers plenty of ways to satisfy your love of birds.

A New Sanctuary in Chile Will Protect the Red Knot’s Winter Home

April 17, 2020 — Important Bird Area Bahía Lomas is now a protected nature sanctuary.

How to Tell Apart Sound-Alike Warblers

April 17, 2020 — Migrants have started arriving—and with them, plenty of confusion. This guide to commonly confused songs will help.

Self-Isolation Is Turning Children Into Budding Birders

April 15, 2020 — During the coronavirus crisis, families are discovering their avian neighbors and nurturing the next generation of nature lovers.

New Orleans Approves Net-Zero Carbon Standard by 2040

April 15, 2020 — Historic measure commits New Orleans to a zero-carbon energy portfolio by 2050, phasing out fossil fuels.

Oil Market Woes Raise Concerns That More Wells Will Be ‘Orphaned’

April 10, 2020 — When energy companies go bust, taxpayers are often on the hook to clean up abandoned wells that pose environmental hazards.

The Most Innovative Birds Stand the Best Chance of Survival

April 10, 2020 — A new global study finds that species willing and able to try new foods or forage creatively have a lower risk of extinction.

Finding Hope in the Story of the Brown Pelican

April 08, 2020 — After 50 years of recovery, this iconic bird is a symbol of Gulf Coast resilience.