Culture

And the Birding Oscar Goes To . . .
February 26, 2016 — It’s not just about the acting. Find out which film should win based on accurate bird depictions alone.
Watch a Cuddly Baby Penguin Struggle to Survive in its Chilly Home
February 23, 2016 — A new PBS show, airing tomorrow night, tracks the dramatic first months of a young Emperor Penguin’s life—from birth on the ice, to a brave seaward migration.
What Valentine's Day Birds Can Tell You About Your Love Life
February 12, 2016 — In ancient times, birds were used to predict the future. Here’s what they could reveal about your soul mate to-be.
How to Stop a Murder of Crows (Hint: Throw Them a Giant Party)
February 03, 2016 — This Pennsylvania town wanted to poison all its crows—until a ragtag team of volunteers stepped in.
Will Ferrell Has a $7.8 Million (Live) Bird Collection
January 28, 2016 — In an interview with HuffPost Live, director Adam McKay dishes on Ferrell’s love of birds and huge number of pricey pets.
'Snake Bird' and 'Mountain Echo': What Traditional Names Teach Us About Birds
January 28, 2016 — In the Indian state of Kerala, citizen birdwatchers are building their first atlas, which includes both English and Malayalam names.
Birds Go to Court In New Video Game
January 13, 2016 — The video game world of Aviary Attorney requires players to seek truth and justice as a legal eagle (who is actually a falcon).
Inside the Bizarre, Secretive World of Obsessive Egg Thieves
January 06, 2016 — Audubon talks with filmmaker Tim Wheeler, whose documentary exposes the underworld of Britain’s illegal egg collectors.
How One Alaskan Community Is Attempting to Adapt to Climate Change
December 31, 2015 — The Iñupiat use portable houses and sandbags to shield themselves from rising waters and melting permafrost, but can they save their culture?
The 12 Best Bird Books of 2015
December 23, 2015 — Our favorite reads of the year include a guide to the world of gonzo birds, a best-selling falconry memoir, field handbooks, and more.