Scientists Finally Have Evidence That Frigatebirds Sleep While Flying
August 11, 2016 —
According to a new study, the birds can stay aloft for weeks by power napping in ten-second bursts.
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Birdist Rule #39: How to Tell Friends and Family That You’re a Birder
August 11, 2016 —
Falling fast and hard for birding can leave some people feeling embarrassed or ashamed. Don't be.
How a Former Phoenix Landfill Became Home for Displaced Burrowing Owls
August 10, 2016 —
Thanks to a crowdsourced protection effort led by Audubon Arizona, the owls are once again thriving.
The Best New Gear for Birding This Summer
August 09, 2016 —
What to pack, whether you're hiking through a boreal forest or photographing avian species from a boat.
Pitch (Not So) Perfect: Inbreeding Could Cause Birds to Sing Off-Key
August 09, 2016 —
A new study finds that inbred birds seem to be less musically talented than outbred ones, possibly hurting their chances of mating.
The Shoebill: Or, the Most Terrifying Bird in the World
August 05, 2016 —
Are you ready for this thing? I don't think you're ready for this thing.
The Critically Endangered Kakapo Parrot Is Having One Fantastic Year
August 05, 2016 —
A record breeding season and a spike in donations have conservationists hopeful for the flightless New Zealand bird.
Birdist Rule #97: Get to Know Your Goldfinches
August 04, 2016 —
This is the California Gold Rush they don’t teach you about in history class.
Risking Life and Limb in Antarctica to Find the Frozen Ancestors of Birds
August 04, 2016 —
Extreme fossil hunting on the icy outcrops at the bottom of the world.
