Birdist Rule #29: Buy a Scope...Or Don't
July 27, 2016 —
You don’t need a massive lens to find birds, but it sure makes things more fun.
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The Secret Superpower of Birds, Revealed
July 27, 2016 —
Researchers have figured out how some species of birds deploy UV vision.
Two Guys Just Broke the North American Big Year Record—But How?
July 26, 2016 —
It turns out, seabirds and extreme birding go really well together.
Extremely Rare (and Lost) Bird Seen Vacationing Near the Coast of Maine
July 26, 2016 —
An endangered species finds itself thousands of miles off course—and ends up landing in the history books.
High Mercury Levels Pose Another Setback for Arctic Birds
July 22, 2016 —
Gone unchecked, the element can lead to sickness, sterility, or even death in breeding shorebirds.
How Do Hummingbirds Fly Without Crashing?
July 21, 2016 —
The birds can master their own physics by sizing up the objects in their path.
Oil Spill Cleanups Are Dangerously Deceptive
July 19, 2016 —
Washing off an oil-covered bird is only half the battle. A new story in "Hakai" explains why.
Baby Ducks Are Capable of Abstract Thoughts
July 15, 2016 —
Experiments show that ducklings can find deeper meaning in the objects they imprint on.
