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Birding Bucket List: See Millions of Short-tailed Shearwaters Amass at Unimak Pass
February 13, 2017 — Every summer, the birds flock in staggering numbers to feast in the food-rich waters around the Aleutian Islands.
Grow These Native Plants So Your Backyard Birds Can Feast
February 10, 2017 — Native plants beat even the best bird feeder. Here’s what to put in your garden to transform it into a year-round wonderland.
How Crossbills and Other Birds Are Rewriting the Rules of Evolution
February 10, 2017 — A possible new crossbill species is the latest example of how genetic research is giving us surprising insights into the ways animals evolve.
What to Do with Your Old Binoculars
February 09, 2017 — Whether you want to donate or sell the gear you no longer use, here are some ways to declutter.
Birdist Rule #42: Discover the Thrill of Chasing a Rare Bird
February 09, 2017 — There's nothing like the excitement—and dread—that comes from driving across multiple states to possibly see a rarity.
The Endangered Species Act Is Under Attack. But How Much Trouble Is It In?
February 08, 2017 — Politicians are asking for major changes to the law—and even an outright repeal. Here's how the ESA could take a hit and everything that's at stake.
How a Kingfisher's Call Concealed an Unknown Species of Frog
February 08, 2017 — In India, a group of herpetologists recently discovered a new amphibian that sounds a lot like a White-throated Kingfisher.
Hundreds of Former EPA Employees Write Letter to Oppose Scott Pruitt's Nomination
February 07, 2017 — In a letter, nearly 500 former employees make a convincing case for why Scott Pruitt is unfit to lead the Environmental Protection Agency.
These Cleverly Furnished Bird Feeders Are Just Delightful
February 06, 2017 — Thanks to one Maine artist and birder, the next tiny-house trend is here.
Why Some Birds' Names Have Changed
February 06, 2017 — Remember the Rufous-sided Towhee?