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Want to Photograph Boreal Birds This Winter? Head to Minnesota's Sax-Zim Bog
December 21, 2016 — A winter haven for elusive northern species such as Great Gray Owls, the area is a popular destination for photographers and birders.
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The Future of Ohio’s Renewable Energy Depends on John Kasich’s Veto
December 21, 2016 — Bird lovers and a bipartisan group of allies are hoping the governor will end the state’s freeze on clean energy standards.
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How the Stealthy Saw-whet Owl Duped Scientists for a Century
December 20, 2016 — Once thought to be rare and non-migratory by researchers, it turns out this little owl is just the opposite.
Kenn Kaufman's Notebook
South Polar Skuas Are a Bunch of Bird-Eating Bullies
December 19, 2016 — Seabirds beware.
Podcast
One Birder's Yearlong Quest to Photograph Every Bird Species In Washington State
December 19, 2016 — In a different kind of big year, a Seattle woman set out to capture each of the state's birds and their various habitats.
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The Best New Gear for Birding This Winter
December 16, 2016 — Our favorite picks to help keep you comfortable when the mercury drops.
Gear
Why You Shouldn't Feed or Bait Owls
December 16, 2016 — Some photographers use live mice or even cat toys to attract owls for an action shot. The photo isn't worth it—here's why.
Ethics
New 30-Year Eagle Kill Rule Gets Finalized
December 15, 2016 — After hearing public and conservationists’ concerns, the government is sticking to its original incidental-take plan, with a few small changes.
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New Study Doubles the World’s Number of Bird Species By Redefining 'Species'
December 15, 2016 — A modified definition of 'species' suggests there are nearly 20,000 different kinds of birds, but the model is controversial and difficult to apply to conservation.
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