Here's How to Prepare for a Bird Photography Trip
April 07, 2017 —
To capture truly great shots, you need to go where the birds are. Follow these tips to make sure your excursion pays off.
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Birdist Rule #94: Consider a Career in Birds
April 07, 2017 —
If birding just isn't enough, there are lots of opportunities out there.
Inside Audubon’s New Decoy Workshop, Where Saving Seabirds Is the Mission
April 06, 2017 —
Mad River Decoys by Audubon is one of the only decoy manufacturers in the country focused on conservation.
Unraveling the Mysteries of Migrating Semipalmated Sandpipers
April 05, 2017 —
In an unprecedented study, scientists used high-tech geolocators to track the paths and stopover sites of the globe-trotting shorebirds.
How to Hone Your Bird-Identification Skills on Twitter
April 04, 2017 —
Start practicing with these helpful, weekly quizzes, which cover everything from corvids, to hawks, to birdy headdresses.
Why Now Is the Best Time to Watch a Raptor Nest
April 03, 2017 —
Hawks, owls, and other raptors nest early to give their young ample time—and ample prey—to develop the skills they need to hunt on their own.
A Guide to Luring Warblers, Tanagers, Orioles, and Grosbeaks to Your Yard
March 31, 2017 —
A birder's run-in with unexpected warblers taught him how migratory songbirds use native trees and plants.
How ‘Feather Lady’ Roxie Laybourne Cracked the Deadly Problem of Planes and Birds
March 31, 2017 —
The Smithsonian scientist combined her eye for microscopic detail with a lifelong interest in engines to found the field of forensic ornithology.
Learn to Photograph Leks From an Expert
March 31, 2017 —
The springtime dance battles of grouse and other species are irresistible camera fodder. Photographer Noppadol Paothong explains how to nail your shot without disturbing the delicate mating ritual.
