Explore Birds

Is It Okay to Remove Cowbird Eggs From Host Nests?
June 06, 2018 — It can be tempting to interfere with these brood parasites. But there are many reasons—legal and behavioral—to leave tampering to the pros.
Bird Nests and Breeding
When It's Okay (or Not) to Feed Birds
May 24, 2018 — Providing food—for photography or simple enjoyment—can be a thorny issue. For guidance, ask yourself these three questions.
Bird Feeding and Care
When You Should—and Should Not—Rescue Baby Birds
May 02, 2018 — It’s not uncommon to find young birds away from their nests during spring and summer. But should you help them? That depends.
Bird Feeding and Care
Research Reveals Exactly Why Peregrine Falcons Are so Deadly
April 13, 2018 — Cameras and simulations are finally enabling scientists to study the nuances of the raptors' extreme hunting techniques.
Bird Science
Blackburnian Warbler and Yellow-throated Warbler by George Boorujy
March 20, 2018 — Location: 560 W. 157th Street, New York, NY 10032
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Wilson's Warbler by Cara Lynch
March 20, 2018 — Location: 1805 Amsterdam Ave., New York NY 10031
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Henslow's Sparrow and Mountain Bluebird by youth artists
March 20, 2018 — Location: 2113 Amsterdam Ave., New York NY 10032
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Get to Know These 20 Common Birds
January 31, 2018 — Want to put names to species you regularly see? Start with this beginner's guide.
Birding 101
Reddish Egret by Matthew Woodward
November 28, 2017 — Location: 3604 Broadway, New York, NY 10031
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