It's Almost Time for the Great Backyard Bird Count
February 14, 2018 —
Are you planning to take part this weekend?
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If I Were a Robot, Here's All the Awesome Birding Features I'd Have
February 13, 2018 —
Eventually we'll all be cyborgs, so you might as well start thinking about it.
Meet Eight Birds That Depend on the Farm Bill
February 12, 2018 —
From North Carolina forests to California rice fields, the farm bill is a powerful tool for protecting and restoring avian habitat. As Congress begins rewriting the legislation, birders should pay close attention.
How (and How Not) to Photograph a Golden Eagle
February 09, 2018 —
Goldens make for gorgeous subjects—if you follow these ethical guidelines.
A Lifetime of Hammering Trees Might Affect Woodpecker Brains After All
February 09, 2018 —
A new study into the woodpecker brain shows proteins linked to CTE in football players, but it’s unclear whether birds suffer the same fate
Birdist Rule #48: Go Find a Swan—a Wild Swan
February 08, 2018 —
And when you do, prepare to be wowed.
How to Bird at Your Office, Like a Boss
February 07, 2018 —
When your workday gets dull, steal a glance out the window.
For Birds, a Steady Head Is the Key to Incredible Focus
February 06, 2018 —
A recent video of a hunting kingfisher demonstrates how birds are uniquely adapted to stabilize their gaze.
How Vultures Can Eat Rotten Meat Without Getting Sick
February 05, 2018 —
As nature's clean-up crew, these birds have developed a potent set of adaptations to consume carrion.
