Hear that Hammering? Don't Assume It's a Woodpecker
May 21, 2018 —
Chickadees and nuthatches also carve out nest cavities.
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How to Deal With Birding FOMO
May 18, 2018 —
It’s been a week since I missed out on the Kirtland’s Warbler that strayed into Manhattan. I’m still not over it.
More Birds Rely on Special Molting Locations Than We Realized
May 18, 2018 —
New research shows that many North American songbirds log extra miles to refresh their feathers before migrating.
From Toxic Dustbowl to Vital Bird Sanctuary
May 18, 2018 —
Can the lessons learned from restoring California's Owens Lake help save other saline lakes?
Do Communities of Color Really Feel Disconnected From Nature?
May 17, 2018 —
Working with college STEM students, Dorceta Taylor debunks the cultural stereotypes that dominate diversity discussions.
What It's Like to Hold a Baby Penguin
May 16, 2018 —
Discover the adorable details in this excerpt from “Penguins in the Desert.”
The Canadian Rockies Are Overflowing With Hybrid Birds
May 15, 2018 —
A history of glaciers and warm spells has turned the region into a special place where species and subspecies mate.
A Movement to Make Birding More Inclusive and Accessible
May 15, 2018 —
Virginia Rose found her passion for birds—and a new purpose in life—from the seat of her wheelchair. With Birdability, she's working to bring birding's benefits to others like her.
Why Is This Bird Half-White?
May 14, 2018 —
Unusual genetic mutations can eliminate color in a bird's feathers—in patches, or even across its entire body.
