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‘Like Finding a Unicorn’: Researchers Rediscover the Black-Naped Pheasant-Pigeon, a Bird Lost to Science for 140 Years
November 17, 2022 —
A successful expedition in Papua New Guinea captured photos and video of the chicken-size pigeon, highlighting the value of local ecological knowledge as scientists seek out other long-missing species.
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10 Fun Facts About the Wild Turkey
November 17, 2022 —
Super vision? Flowing beards? Spiral poo? Yeah, there's plenty to talk about when it comes to this American icon.
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Audubon Invites Volunteers to Join the 123rd Christmas Bird Count
November 16, 2022 —
The longest-running bird census provides important data for scientists and conservationists worldwide.
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A Duck Hunter’s Tips for Quickly Identifying Waterfowl on the Wing
November 14, 2022 —
Take limits require rapid ID of fast-flying birds—a useful skill for any birder. One waterfowler breaks down how she does it.
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Why Birds Are Anti-Aging Superstars
November 10, 2022 —
Despite their extreme lifestyles, avians can live remarkably long lives for animals their size.
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For the First Time, Osprey Chicks Have Successfully Fledged from Hog Island’s Boathouse Nest
November 10, 2022 —
Hog Island’s annual service week leads to a nesting win for on-cam fish hawks Dory and Skiff.
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The State of the Birds Report is a Call to Action. These Policies Will Help.
November 09, 2022 —
New report shows a pathway to bring birds back with key policy opportunities.
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Surprise Bird-Rich Wetlands Emerge on Dry Lakebed of Shrinking Salton Sea
November 07, 2022 —
Conservationists are studying how to expand marshes that formed near exposed drains as drought threatens the lake's very existence.