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12 Charming Photos That Let You Get Up Close And Personal With Birds
February 02, 2016 — Leila Jeffreys’s portraits offer a clean, unique perspective on dozens of spectacular species.
Agami Herons' Full Mating Ritual Photographed for the First Time
January 29, 2016 — A couple's trek to a hidden lagoon in Costa Rica leads to a cache of new details about a glorious, yet understudied bird.
'Snake Bird' and 'Mountain Echo': What Traditional Names Teach Us About Birds
January 28, 2016 — In the Indian state of Kerala, citizen birdwatchers are building their first atlas, which includes both English and Malayalam names.
See the Millions of Places Migrating Birds Have Gone—in One Gif
January 27, 2016 — A new animation from the Cornell Lab of Ornithology tracks 118 species along their journeys across the Americas.
In Fight Against Coal, Court Sides With Clean Power Plan
January 26, 2016 — Even though several states are trying to delay implementation of this clean energy rule, a recent court decision is pushing it forward.
The Surprising Way Birds Are Trying to Dodge Climate Change
January 25, 2016 — New research shows that some birds are moving faster than ever to keep up with shifting climates. Here’s where they’re going.
Gimme Shelter: How Do Birds Survive A Snow Storm?
January 22, 2016 — Birds are incredibly resourceful in the face of severe winter weather.
Audubon’s Zachary Slavin Explains Why Starling Flocks Captivate
January 22, 2016 — One of the most destructive bird species in North America is also one of the most stunning when flying in a flock.
What’s Up With This Weird Winter Weather?
January 21, 2016 — Unusual storms, warm spells, and stranded seabirds—we asked a few experts if climate change is to blame.
These 5 Countries Are the Biggest Plastic Polluters
January 21, 2016 — Ocean plastic harms seabirds and other wildlife, and a recent report zeroes in on the top culprits.