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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.
Get to Know These 20 Common Birds
January 31, 2018 — Want to put names to species you regularly see? Start with this beginner's guide.
How Do Finches Shell Sunflower Seeds so Quickly?
January 30, 2018 — It's all thanks to a specialized beak.
In New Poll, Majority of Westerners Support Current Greater Sage-Grouse Conservation Plan
January 29, 2018 — The bipartisan poll also details widespread support for protecting public lands and waters, and an uptick in voters identifying as conservationists.
Peru's Newest Park Protects More Than 2 Million Acres of Amazon Rainforest
January 29, 2018 — The Yaguas National Park is home to a staggering diversity of wildlife, including neotropical migrants from North America in the winter.
Find Northern Saw-whet Owls With These Five Tips
January 26, 2018 — One of our smallest owl species, they can be found in suburbs and cities.
The Migratory Bird Treaty Act, Explained
January 26, 2018 — Don’t know what the MBTA even is? Here’s your comprehensive guide to the Act—including why it's at risk.
New Zealand’s Rare Hutton’s Shearwater Rebounds Despite Brutal Earthquake
January 25, 2018 — Researchers feared heavy damage to the species after a 7.8-magnitude quake. A year later, the first survey since proves the birds' resilience.
Merlins Could Prevent a Piping Plover Comeback Around the Great Lakes
January 25, 2018 — A study finds that the falcon’s resurgence poses a threat to nesting plovers. Should the raptors be removed or killed to save the endangered species?
A Questionable Piece of Legislation Could Drastically Change Our National Forests
January 24, 2018 — Currently sitting in the Senate: a bill to expand the Forest Service’s ability to cut down trees without going through proper environmental checks.