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Sirens of Greek Myth Were Bird-Women, Not Mermaids

April 06, 2018 — A new translation of Homer’s Odyssey corrects the record: The Sirens' seductive power lies with their otherworldly, avian knowledge.

Florida's Wading Birds Are Nesting In Droves This Year

April 06, 2018 — An extra-wet rainy season shows that, given a chance, the Everglades ecosystem can bounce back from a century of abuse.

How a Photographer's Kind Heart Led to This Snowy Shot of a Killdeer

April 05, 2018 — By protecting the Killdeer's nest from harm, Melissa Groo was able to capture one parent's impressive devotion to its eggs.

Four Quick Tips for Identifying Hybrids

April 04, 2018 — A mix of two different species, these birds trick experts and novices alike.

Hybrid Chickadees Are Terrible at Memory Games

April 03, 2018 — An evolutionary kink from crossbreeding might affect the birds' ability to survive in harsh conditions.

Why Anusha Shankar Doesn't Mind Being the 'Hummingbird Pee Person'

April 02, 2018 — By studying how the birds burn energy, the scientist hopes to better understand how animals can survive in a changing world.

Why Do Birds Rest on One Leg?

April 02, 2018 — Their feet get cold, too!

Eleven Spring Birding Events to Get Psyched For

March 30, 2018 — There's a lot to look forward to as winter (finally) winds down.

Celebrating Sagebrush: The West's Most Important Native Plant

March 30, 2018 — Covering 165 million acres across 14 states, sagebrush country is home to more wildlife—and people—than you might realize.

Why Nancy Chen Is Mapping the Family Tree of Florida Scrub-Jays

March 29, 2018 — Understanding the bird's genetic diversity could yield insights about how best to protect it and other threatened species.