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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.

The Birdist’s Rules of Birding

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.

Birds-of-Paradise Have Feathers That Act Like Black Holes

February 02, 2018 — Males of this glamorous species use their "super-black" plumage to trap light and entrance interested ladies.

Five Rules for Photographing Bald Eagle Nests

February 02, 2018 — Everyone wants that shot of a Baldie with eaglets. Here’s how to get one without disturbing the birds.

Who Wins the Feeder War?

February 01, 2018 — When it's time to eat, research shows there's a pecking order—and the winners aren't always who you'd think.

Year of the Bird