Studies suggest some birds exhibit consciousness
Researchers looked at brains of pigeons and owls and behaviors of crows. Read More “Studies suggest some birds exhibit consciousness”
News & Features
Recent developments and in-depth articles about birdwatching, conservation, notable species, and scientific discoveries.
Assault allegation shakes birding community
Popular birder Jason Ward accused of rape. Read More “Assault allegation shakes birding community”
Rural sprawl affects birds differently in different locations
Birds in the Adirondacks were more sensitive to sprawl than those in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. Read More “Rural sprawl affects birds differently in different locations”
How birds stay warm when the weather turns cold
Physical and physiological adaptations enable birds to endure extremely low temperatures and the worst of winter weather. Read More “How birds stay warm when the weather turns cold”
World’s oldest known wild bird hatches chick
The albatross known as Wisdom is 70 years old and has hatched more than 30 chicks in her lifetime. Read More “World’s oldest known wild bird hatches chick”
Birds can use Earth’s magnetic field to get back on course
Research shows for the first time that birds that fly off course can find their way back to their migratory route using the magnetic field. Read More “Birds can use Earth’s magnetic field to get back on course”
Patagonia Picnic Table Effect is a myth, study says
One of birdwatching’s most commonly held and colorfully named beliefs, the Patagonia Picnic Table Effect, is more a fun myth than a true phenomenon, Oregon State University … Read More “Patagonia Picnic Table Effect is a myth, study says”
Biden delays Trump’s bird-killing rule
Government will begin a 20-day public comment period on changes to the Migratory Bird Treaty Act. Read More “Biden delays Trump’s bird-killing rule”
Why Hawaii is the epicenter of the avian extinction crisis
Often called “the extinction capital of the world,” Hawaii has experienced far more avian loss than the other 49 states combined. Using the fossil record, … Read More “Why Hawaii is the epicenter of the avian extinction crisis”
10 bird species that need our help now
Over the years, several bird species have been saved from extinction. Here are 10 more that need our help. Read More “10 bird species that need our help now”