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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?
Ask Kenn!
"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.
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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.
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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.
Birds
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.
Better Know a Bird
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.
COVID-19
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.
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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.
Coasts and Oceans
How to Tell Apart Sound-Alike Warblers
April 17, 2020 — Migrants have started arriving—and with them, plenty of confusion. This guide to commonly confused songs will help.
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Self-Isolation Is Turning Children Into Budding Birders
April 15, 2020 — During the coronavirus crisis, families are discovering their avian neighbors and nurturing the next generation of nature lovers.
COVID-19