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Why Nancy Chen Is Mapping the Family Tree of Florida Scrub-Jays
March 29, 2018 — Understanding the bird's genetic diversity could yield insights about how best to protect it and other threatened species.
Crossbills Are the Grail Birds of the Adirondacks
March 28, 2018 — To find them, you need to know them. And not many know them better than Joan Collins.
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The Future of Birds in Our National Parks
March 28, 2018 — A new Audubon study on how climate change will affect birds in our country’s most treasured natural places.
This Little Warbler Could Lead to Big Discoveries About Migration
March 28, 2018 — After bouncing back from near extinction, the Kirtland's Warbler is helping scientists understand the outsize role of winter habitat for migratory birds.
By Design: An Update on Audubon Magazine
March 28, 2018 — After nearly two decades, one creative era draws to a close, and another begins. 
How Irene Pepperberg Revolutionized Our Understanding of Bird Intelligence
March 27, 2018 — With help from her African Grey parrot, Pepperberg found that some birds have cognitive abilities on par with primates.
Six Tips for Photographing Bald Eagles
March 27, 2018 — They're big, they're back, and the camera loves them.
How Carol McIntyre Became a Rock Star Among Raptor Biologists
March 26, 2018 — After 30 years of studying Alaska's Golden Eagles, McIntyre's work has proven vital for understanding the raptors and where they live.
Snakes That Eat Other Snakes Could Help Birds in the South
March 26, 2018 — By restoring the country's indigo snake population, scientists hope to bring balance to ecosystems—potentially benefiting songbirds.
How Brown Pelicans Dive After Fish Without Breaking Their Necks
March 26, 2018 — The hefty coastal birds engulf fish as they plunge into the water from 60 feet up—all while avoiding injury.