The Woman Behind ‘Birds of America’
March 24, 2020 —
An upcoming book gives voice to Lucy Bakewell Audubon, whose invisible labor fueled her husband John James Audubon's famous works.
Culture
Bird-Like Crosswalk Sounds for the Visually Impaired Are Being Phased Out
March 12, 2020 —
Meant to make cities more equitable, the audible signals sometimes get drowned out by traffic and are even confused with real birds.
What’s the Difference Between a ‘Borb’ and a ‘Floof’?
March 10, 2020 —
Now that we know what constitutes a birb, it's time to break down the internet's other two nicknames for birds.
Harriet Tubman, an Unsung Naturalist, Used Owl Calls as a Signal on the Underground Railroad
February 25, 2020 —
The famed conductor traveled at night, employing deep knowledge of the region's environment and wildlife to communicate, navigate, and survive.
The Birds That Guard Brunch
February 24, 2020 —
Grackles going after your pancakes? Gulls want a fry? Some resorts and beaches have an answer: a raptor at your service.
My Brief Reign and Embarrassing Fall as a Fantasy Birder
February 05, 2020 —
Here's where I failed and the best players cleaned up during 2019's inaugural fantasy birding season.
How Many Bird Species Does Santa Claus See On Christmas Eve?
December 23, 2019 —
A lot, it turns out, on the quintessential Christmas Bird Count.
Three Perspectives on Discovering the Mental Health Benefits of Nature
December 20, 2019 —
The outdoors may help us focus or heal, but many grow up isolated from it.
Reimagining the Great Cormorant
December 19, 2019 —
Martin Haake's collage-style design enlivens the bird's dark plumage—and gives it a fish to snack on.
