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North American Birds Are Shrinking, Likely a Result of the Warming Climate
December 04, 2019 — A new study found significant declines in bird body sizes after analyzing decades of data collected by Chicago’s Field Museum.
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I've Seen the Many Wonders of Arctic Alaska. We Must Keep Our Protected Areas Free From Drilling.
December 04, 2019 — The administration's push to drill for oil in the Arctic Refuge and Teshekpuk Lake, places set aside explicitly to protect wildlife, puts us all at risk, biologist Jeff Fair writes.
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Emperor Penguins Are Marching to Extinction at Current Emissions Levels
December 03, 2019 — A new study once again underscores that we need to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius to save many of our most beloved bird species.
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How Black Feathers Keep Ravens Cool
December 02, 2019 — Surprisingly, lighter plumage isn't necessarily better in hotter climates.
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Wild Fact About Wild Turkeys: They Come in a Cornucopia of Colors
November 27, 2019 — Just when you thought you knew everything about America's native gobblers, a smoke-phase turkey comes to surprise you.
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It's Past Time for Bird-Friendly Wine
November 27, 2019 — A labeling program could help scientists and grape growers make vineyards better for wildlife, but for now it's sitting on the shelf.
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12 Fascinating Bird Behaviors From the 2019 Audubon Photography Awards
November 26, 2019 — Every year our competition attracts entries capturing rare and unusual moments in the avian world. Check out this year's highlights.
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The Wild Blue Turkey That Blew My Mind
November 26, 2019 — Appreciating the avian diversity that’s there to astound us—if only we look.
Bird Feathers and Colors
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November 26, 2019 — The top-scoring binoculars in the $150–$300 range.
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November 26, 2019 — The top-scoring binoculars in the $300–$500 range.
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