Consider the Black Turnstone, a Master of Camouflage
November 02, 2016 —
Compared with other shorebirds, the bird's range is extremely limited. But there might be a good reason for that.
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Yes! More Australian Night Parrots Have Been Discovered
November 01, 2016 —
The nocturnal bird is so rare that it was once thought to be extinct. This recent discovery gives its struggling population a big boost.
Should the Whooping Crane Shooter's Fine Have Been Higher?
October 28, 2016 —
The Texas man who killed two of the endangered birds will pay $25,810—one-fifth the cost of raising a single Whooping Crane to adulthood.
Malheur Acquittal Sets a Dangerous Precedent for Protecting Public Lands
October 28, 2016 —
A jury's decision to not convict seven of the armed citizens that occupied Oregon's Malheur National Wildlife Refuge for 41 days is very worrisome.
Birdist Rule #31: Dress Up Like a Bird for Halloween
October 27, 2016 —
Not sure which one? Here are some ideas.
At the Tower of London, a Ravenmaster for the Digital Age
October 26, 2016 —
An ancient tradition gets a modern update thanks to the social media-savvy caretaker of the Tower's six resident ravens.
The Misadventures of Canuck, the World's Most Infamous Crow
October 26, 2016 —
The Canadian corvid is a social media star, entertaining and educating people through his various mischievous deeds.
Rare-Bird Sightings: Share or Shut Up?
October 25, 2016 —
Before you post a photo on Facebook—or even take the shot in the first place—consider the bird's well-being.
As a Vote on the Nation's First Carbon Tax Nears, Young Climate Leaders Show Frustration
October 24, 2016 —
In an open letter, a group of millennial activists has demanded urgency from established conservation groups to help reduce carbon emissions in Washington State.
