Ethics Why Photographers Should Reconsider Using Playback in the Field By Kelley Luikey January 25, 2022 — Playing audio clips of songs and calls is a common tool for getting better shots, but it can also be detrimental to birds and their chicks.
Ethics How To Become a Better Bird Photographer: Advice From Audubon Photo Award Winners By Jessica Leber July 07, 2021 — Go from beginner to award winner by following these strategies from alumni of our annual bird photography contest.
Ethics Here's How to Spot a Faked Wildlife Photo—and When to Be Skeptical By Jessica Leber March 22, 2021 — The phony-image debunker behind a popular Twitter account shares tips for telling when the perfect shot is too good to be true.
Ethics Follow These Dos and Don’ts to Show Off Your Bird Photos on Social Media By Gabrielle Saleh March 22, 2021 — Half the joy in taking a bird photo is in the act of sharing it.
Ethics Tips for Being a Responsible Bird Photographer in the Social Media Age By Melissa Groo March 22, 2021 — Practices to protect sensitive birds and habitat should continue after photographers and birders click the shutter.
Ethics Drones and Bird Photography: Why It's Just Not Worth It By Jim Verhagen October 01, 2019 — You're not going to get the shot you want without putting birds at risk.
Ethics To Photograph Nesting Puffins, Belly Crawl By Michael Milicia June 15, 2018 — Getting up close to these birds can be thrilling, but you've got to be careful.
Ethics When It's Okay (or Not) to Feed Birds By Melissa Groo May 24, 2018 — Providing food—for photography or simple enjoyment—can be a thorny issue. For guidance, ask yourself these three questions.
Ethics How (and How Not) to Photograph a Golden Eagle By Kenn Kaufman February 09, 2018 — Goldens make for gorgeous subjects—if you follow these ethical guidelines.
Ethics Five Rules for Photographing Bald Eagle Nests By Laura Erickson February 02, 2018 — Everyone wants that shot of a Baldie with eaglets. Here’s how to get one without disturbing the birds.