Birds in the News

February 19, 2015 — A male of the species swaggers for the camera.

February 18, 2015 — A royal hunting trip in Pakistan upsets conservationists with its extravagance.

February 18, 2015 — Birds make new pals when circumstances force it, but don't expect them to buddy up for the long haul.

February 18, 2015 — This renowned bird was once called the Washington Eagle.

February 17, 2015 — Marines training to operate 26-ton amphibious assault vehicles are creating new habitat for endangered birds.

February 17, 2015 — Karen Bacon finds this shock of red in the fresh powder.

February 17, 2015 — You might think it's a hoot, but ordering cute owls with your coffee is bad for the birds.

February 13, 2015 — Explore the spectrum of feathers photographer Andrew Zuckerman found somewhere between black and white.

February 12, 2015 — A Gray Heron hitches a ride.

February 11, 2015 — A vicious parasite has felled thousands of birds. Here’s how you can help prevent its spread.