Thousands of gannets nested on New Zealand’s White Island
This year’s young birds had not fledged when the volcano erupted. Read More “Thousands of gannets nested on New Zealand’s White Island”
News & Features
Recent developments and in-depth articles about birdwatching, conservation, notable species, and scientific discoveries.
Thick-billed Parrot tracking project launched
New effort aims to inform conservation decisions for the bird in Mexico. Read More “Thick-billed Parrot tracking project launched”
Study: Birds are shrinking as the climate warms
Forty years of data show that migratory birds have been getting smaller. Read More “Study: Birds are shrinking as the climate warms”
Wild facts about Wild Turkeys
Encourage lively talk around your holiday table with these facts about the birds. Read More “Wild facts about Wild Turkeys”
Big winter for Snowy Owls unlikely, expert says
We are far off the pace of an irruption year for the big white birds. Read More “Big winter for Snowy Owls unlikely, expert says”
10 great birds with bad names
Some avian monikers just don’t pass the sniff test. Read More “10 great birds with bad names”
Yellow cardinal still visiting Florida backyard
Stunning bird has rare genetic mutation. Read More “Yellow cardinal still visiting Florida backyard”
Study: Galápagos finches still wary despite eradication of invasive predators
Antipredator behavior by the Small Ground Finch of the Galapagos was sustained through multiple generations after the threat was gone. Read More “Study: Galápagos finches still wary despite eradication of invasive predators”