This Common Form of Plastic Pollution Is a Menace to Birds
June 22, 2018 —
Fishing line snares vast numbers of wildlife each year—a problem birders and outdoor groups are trying to combat.
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Why Some Songbirds Kick Their Chicks Out Before They Can Fly
June 22, 2018 —
A new study finds that nest type plays a big role in how long young birds can live at home.
How Lost Luggage Led to This Amazing Shot of an Atlantic Puffin
June 21, 2018 —
For photographer Ann Pacheco, the potentially trip-ruining mishap ended up being a blessing in disguise.
With Legal Pot, California Faces a Barrage of New (and Old) Environmental Problems
June 19, 2018 —
Cleaning up poisons killing Northern Spotted Owls is just one challenge the state faces. A conservation fund built from cannabis taxes could help.
Video: Watch (and Hear) Two Bitterns Getting Weird in a Rice Field
June 18, 2018 —
Mindful conservation on California rice farms creates homes for wetland birds, while also providing a rare chance to study them.
Hear the Robin's Intricate Evening Song Slowed Down
June 18, 2018 —
As dusk approaches, these thrushes get much more musical.
We Should Definitely Call Pigeons “Rock Doves” Again
June 15, 2018 —
An official proposal would change the Rock Pigeon's name back to its previous, more dignified moniker. That's a sensational idea.
To Photograph Nesting Puffins, Belly Crawl
June 15, 2018 —
Getting up close to these birds can be thrilling, but you've got to be careful.
Hummingbird Gorgets: Jewels of the Sky
June 14, 2018 —
The glittering, colorful feathers on the throats of male hummingbirds help them attract mates and defend territory. Here's how they work, up-close.
