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The Common Raven Boom in the Rugged West Isn't Necessarily a Good Thing
August 25, 2017 — The raven population has ballooned over past decades, upsetting ecosystems and endangering wildlife. To check the ravenous birds, conservationists are cleaning up trash and shooting lasers.
Are Birds Aware of Their Camouflage? A New Study Suggests So
August 24, 2017 — Ground-nesting birds didn't just settle in spots that matched their species' markings—they hunkered down where their own patterns blended best.
Honeyeaters Steal Fur from Sleeping Koalas for Their Nests
August 23, 2017 — Even more surprising: the snoozing marsupials don't seem to mind.
Brighten Your Day with Some Sweet Baby Bird Pics
August 22, 2017 — Brought to you by the 2017 Audubon Photography Awards.
Why Only Certain Birds Can Drink Nectar
August 21, 2017 — The sugary food source might give some species an adaptive advantage.
Why You Need to Try Paddle Birding
August 18, 2017 — When in a canoe or kayak, you can observe and experience birds in a new way—and bank some memorable adventures while you're at it.
How Photographer Mac Stone Got This Shot of Burrowing Owls
August 18, 2017 — Hint: A lot of time, a little technology—and a plain old road cone.
Watch ‘Birds of May,’ a New Documentary About Red Knots
August 17, 2017 — The film explores the growing debate over the environmental impact of oyster farms in Delaware Bay, an important stopover site for the threatened shorebirds.
How to Shoot (Good) Bird Videos with Your Camera
August 17, 2017 — Do you want to capture a bird's every dip and call? Learn to break in the video mode on your digital camera.
How Weird Will Wildlife Get During the 2017 Solar Eclipse?
August 16, 2017 — To find out, two smartphone apps will give amateur naturalists and astronomers the ability to record their observations during the event.