Meet Old Man Plover, the Pride of the Great Lakes
May 17, 2017 —
He’s had a long life and dozens of chicks. But most importantly, he’s a symbol of prosperity for a rebounding species and region.
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Scientists Pinpoint the Secret Password That Unlocks Cowbirds' Self-Identity
May 16, 2017 —
The mystery of how Brown-headed Cowbirds—which are raised by members of other species—learn to see themselves as cowbirds has finally been solved. The answer lies deep in the brain.
It’s True, Some North American Birds Can’t Keep Up With Shifting Spring Blooms
May 16, 2017 —
As climate change makes the seasons less predictable, one in five studied species are struggling to time their migrations with the greenery.
This Tiny Hospital Helps Injured Birds Survive the Commotion of New York City
May 15, 2017 —
The Wild Bird Fund tends to thousands of birds with help from committed rehabbers and curious rescuers. Meet some of the patients in recovery.
How Do Birds Taste Their Food?
May 15, 2017 —
While birds' beaks may seem hard and impermeable, in some species like ducks the insides are coated with hundreds of taste buds.
Proposed Oyster Farm Expansions Would Harm California's Humboldt Bay
May 12, 2017 —
Home to a diversity of wildlife and half of the state's eelgrass beds, Humboldt is a vital stopover site for migratory birds.
Lose Yourself in Lang Elliot's Immersive 'Soundscapes' of the American West
May 12, 2017 —
You’ve probably heard Elliot’s wildlife recordings before. Now, take an auditory journey with him on his new podcast, “The Music of Nature.”
Why Baiting Owls Is Not the Same as Feeding Backyard Birds
May 11, 2017 —
Some people question the difference between the two. There is a distinction—and the lives of birds depend on it.
Birdist Rule #110: Use Weather Forecasts to Predict When Migrating Birds Will Arrive
May 11, 2017 —
With some basic knowledge, you can greatly increase your chances of seeing your favorite spring migrants.
