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Scientists Finally Have Evidence That Frigatebirds Sleep While Flying
August 11, 2016 — According to a new study, the birds can stay aloft for weeks by power napping in ten-second bursts.
Bird Science
The Shoebill: Or, the Most Terrifying Bird in the World
August 05, 2016 — Are you ready for this thing? I don't think you're ready for this thing.
Where Do Hummingbirds Get All That Energy?
April 13, 2016 — A lifestyle like theirs can only be matched by multiple sugar highs.
Bird Questions and Facts
Is This House Finch Feeling The Bern?
March 28, 2016 — Here's how Audubon IDed the bird that upstaged Bernie Sanders in Oregon.
Bird News
13 Fun Facts About Owls
October 15, 2015 — Unravel a bit of the mystery shrouding these amazing birds of prey.
Bird Questions and Facts
Why a Hawk Is a Hummingbird’s Best Friend
September 08, 2015 — The raptors help keep predators away from the tiny birds, new research shows.
Bird Behavior
Why Are Some of England’s Pigeons Pink?
August 06, 2015 — The bright birds have been popping up from Bristol to Bletchley.
Bird News
Why Would A Crow Ride an Eagle?
July 03, 2015 — Bird expert Kenn Kaufman explains the science behind this bizarre encounter.
Bird Behavior