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Hey, Nature Lovers, Looking for a Good Book to Read?
April 24, 2020 — Margaret Atwood, Omar El Akkad, Delia Owens, and five other authors are here to help.
It’s Me, Your Birder Friend—Help Me Help You Identify That Species
April 24, 2020 — Saw a bird but you're not sure how to describe it? Here are the details to include in that text to your bird-nerd buddy.
Ask Kenn Kaufman: Do Birds Get Bored?
April 23, 2020 — Also this month: How did the Harris's Sparrow get its name? And what's the difference between a beak and a bill?
"What's the Deal With Birds?" a New Paper Asks—While Making a Point
April 22, 2020 — In the world of academia, predatory journals with almost no vetting process abound. One researcher had enough.
This Stunning Photo Project Showcases the Loggerhead Shrike’s Gory Deeds
April 22, 2020 — On Colorado’s grasslands, Rachel Hopper skillfully captures the beauty and brutality of this fierce songbird’s distinctive style of food storage.
The 50th Anniversary of Earth Day Is a Time for Reflection and Action
April 22, 2020 — Even in the face of enormous challenges, we can do great things to secure a better future for birds and people.
Chuck-will's-widows Sometimes Swallow Songbirds Whole, Apparently?
April 21, 2020 — A handful of scientific records make this one of the few things researchers know about these mysterious, big-mouthed nightjars.
From Meadow to Marsh, Habitats May Take a Hit During Pandemic
April 20, 2020 — Restoration projects will likely see setbacks this spring, as invasive species removals and prescribed burns are put on hold.
13 Virtual Bird and Conservation Events to Tune In to This Spring
April 17, 2020 — While COVID-19 may have canceled your favorite festival, the internet still offers plenty of ways to satisfy your love of birds.
A New Sanctuary in Chile Will Protect the Red Knot’s Winter Home
April 17, 2020 — Important Bird Area Bahía Lomas is now a protected nature sanctuary.