Podcast
The American Robin Hasn't Always Gotten the Worm
May 5, 2020 — Long ago, glaciers wiped out earthworms across the northern U.S.—until new ones arrived with European travelers.
Ospreys, Like Skateboarders, Favor One Foot Over the Other
April 27, 2020 — The way these fish-eating raptors carry their prey suggests their brains have evolved to divvy up complex tasks.
Immerse Yourself In These Peaceful, Nature-Rich Sound Recordings
March 18, 2020 — Created by an acoustic ecologist, the place-based soundscapes transport listeners across the globe.
Webbed Feet Are an Evolutionary Hit
March 9, 2020 — From geese and gulls to penguins and puffins, these birds have perfectly adapted to life on the water.
When Does a Crossbill's Beak Get Twisted?
February 24, 2020 — Many birds with unusual beaks aren't born with them.
Listen: Greater Rhea Nests Are Filled With Dozens of Whistling Eggs
January 27, 2020 — Males of this huge South American species mate with several partners, resulting in exceptionally large—and musical—clutches.
Snow Caves Keep Ptargimans Cozy on Cold Winter Nights
January 13, 2020 — When temperatures plummet, some northern birds create burrows to take advantage of snow's natural insulation.
Why Great Horned Owls Start Nesting in the Winter
January 6, 2020 — When many other birds head south for warmer weather, these raptors pair up and hunker down.
Listen to Audubon's President on Why Bird Conservation Matters
December 9, 2019 — David Yarnold shares some of his favorite birding moments and how they moved him.
How Black Feathers Keep Ravens Cool
December 2, 2019 — Surprisingly, lighter plumage isn't necessarily better in hotter climates.
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