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Osprey Pair Rachel and Steve Lose Chick to Owl—Again
July 11, 2018 — [UPDATED] A Great Horned Owl attack on the Hog Island nest follows two such raids last year. Since the incident, steps have been taken to deter the predator.
These Century-Old Photos Inspired Some of the West's First Bird Refuges
July 11, 2018 — From early conservation "selfies" to close-up shots of nesting birds, the images are curated from a vast new digital archive.
One Scientist's Valiant Mission to Save Two of Hawaii's Endangered Seabirds
July 11, 2018 — On the mountainous island of Kauai, elusive shearwaters and petrels burrow deep in the forested terrain. Saving them requires a radical effort, led by a man who is no less extreme.
Teresa Baker, Activist and Hiker, on Why Kids Are the Future of Our Public Lands
July 10, 2018 — Instagram feeds and internships are encouraging young people of color to join the environmental movement. But we can do more.
‘Let’s Go Birding Together’ Creates a Dedicated Space for LGBTQ Bird Lovers
July 10, 2018 — It's more than a bird walk: It's an inclusive experience for anyone who wants to connect to birds, the natural world, and others in a positive way.
What Do Baseball Players and Shrikes Have In Common?
July 09, 2018 — Research shows that this predator's mask might serve the same purpose as the eye black athletes wear.
Check Out Conner Youngblood's Moving Music Video Featuring a Utah Bird Refuge
July 09, 2018 — The talented performer captures the essence of the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge in this immersive ode.
From Nuisance to Nest: This Artist Makes Shelters From Fallen Limbs and Trees
July 06, 2018 — An educator and dreamer, Californian Jayson Fann perches his larger-than-life creations on the green cliffs of Big Sur and beyond.
How the U.S. Government Is Aggressively Censoring Climate Science
July 06, 2018 — By keeping the public in the dark, federal agencies create an environment where inaction is justified.
From Hog Island to Sanibel Island, a Love Story—with Liz Bergstrom
July 06, 2018 — “They volunteered during the war using their birding skills.”