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The House Finch

July 15, 2016 — Thanks to an undercover Audubon sting, this bird is more of a backyard staple than a celebrity.

Hoot Goes the T. Rex?

July 14, 2016 — Scientists may have found a surprising parallel between bird and dinosaur sounds.

Feather-Eating Bacteria Found in Birds Across North America

July 14, 2016 — Scientists finally know how widespread the microbe is—but the news isn’t all terrible.

Birdist Rule #65: How to Tell the Difference Between Crows

July 13, 2016 — Uh, wait … there’s more than one kind?

The Rise of the Patriarchy Is Bad News for Birds (Duh)

July 13, 2016 — Males are dominating smaller groups of migratory birds—a phenomenon that could accelerate local extinctions.

Here Are the Biggest Changes to the AOU Checklist of North American Birds

July 11, 2016 — Hold onto your scrub-jays (or don't)—this update is shaking up taxonomies and putting a lot of new species up for grabs.

Photographing Birds From a Boat: A Guide to the Basics

July 08, 2016 — For a whole new perspective, try a trip where you float.

Five Ways to Troubleshoot Your Birding Problems

July 08, 2016 — When your bird guide isn't getting it done, try these hacks and alternatives to make a better ID.

Head to the North Woods—the Boreal Birds Are Waiting

July 08, 2016 — Use this summer guide to explore the hidden treasures of the Boreal Forest.

Who Will Stop Companies From Drilling Holes in the Grand Canyon?

July 08, 2016 — As new mining claims threaten the national treasure, local tribes and conservationists are looking to Obama for help.