What the Beatles Song 'Blackbird' Was Really About
January 16, 2017 —
According to Paul McCartney, he was relaying a beautiful message of hope.
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In Wyoming, a Statewide Relay Race to Rescue Golden Eagles
January 13, 2017 —
With only three raptor rehab centers, the state relies on a network of dedicated volunteers to shuttle injured eagles, hawks, and owls for treatment.
Birdist Rule #29: Try Birding After Dark
January 12, 2017 —
It can be a challenge, but it can also be highly rewarding.
For Actor Lili Taylor, Birding Is Full of Thrills
January 11, 2017 —
On a recent Christmas Bird Count, we go on a 4 a.m. owl chase and witness a diving hawk with the veteran star and activist.
Arctic-Breeding Shorebird Populations Are Plummeting, with No Single Culprit
January 10, 2017 —
As Arctic shorebird numbers decrease, scientists blame farming, hunting, development, climate change—or all of the above?
The White-winged Crossbill Is the Bird That Never Goes Home
January 10, 2017 —
A continuous search for spruce cones makes this crossbill the ultimate avian nomad.
New Evidence Suggests Birds 'Surf the Green Wave' While Migrating
January 09, 2017 —
In a recent study, scientists found that some birds favor stopover and wintering locations with higher concentrations of vegetation.
Hear How the Male Hooded Merganser Courts a Female
January 09, 2017 —
Different croaks for different folks.
