The Journey from Bird Enthusiast to Dedicated Bird Advocate
April 08, 2019 —
How Mary Abrams turned her love of the outdoors into a life of conservation action.
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Belted Kingfishers Nest in Burrows Up to 15 Feet Long
April 08, 2019 —
You’d never guess that these regal birds use their claws and beak to tunnel through muddy riverbanks.
How to Slash Your Home Energy Use Through Strategic Gardening
April 05, 2019 —
Heating and cooling our homes eats up plenty of energy. Reduce the load with native plants that block summer sun or winter winds.
John Young Rediscovered the Australian Night Parrot, but Did He Lie About His Later Findings?
April 04, 2019 —
Much of Young's research on the nocturnal bird has been retracted over scientific shenanigans including allegations of a botched call recording, a planted feather, and bogus nests and eggs.
Get Started With Camera Traps to Nab Unusual Bird Photos
April 04, 2019 —
Change your viewpoint with technology that snaps the shutter for you.
Kenn Kaufman's Backyard Is One of the Best Spots to Witness Spring Migration
April 03, 2019 —
The legendary birder's latest book is a love letter to Ohio and migratory wonders. Read an excerpt here.
Four Decades of Building Strike Records Point to ‘Super Collider’ Birds
April 03, 2019 —
A new study finds that quiet fliers are safer than more social species when it comes to avoiding urban hazards on nocturnal migrations.
How Do You Blaze a Trail That Everyone Can Enjoy?
April 02, 2019 —
Birding with a disability can be difficult and lonely. These advocates are working to change that, one park at a time.
Did Scientists Just Settle a 200-Year-Old Debate About Cassowaries?
April 02, 2019 —
A new study shows that the cassowary’s helmet plays a role in regulating body temperature. But that might not be all it does.
