News and commentary about the varied ways that people watch birds, as well as stories about bird art and films. Plus, summaries of the latest issues of BirdWatching magazine.
This 2019 Birdability group visited Lake Creek Trail in Austin, Texas. Virginia Rose, who founded Birdability, is on the left in the front row. Photo by Peggy Wall
The goal is to broaden the horizons of our popular pastime. Read More “Birdability, ABC team up for interview series”
The president of France prepares to endorse an outrageous plan for bird poaching. Plus, updates on bird names, Audubon’s union, NYC’s Barred Owl & more. Read More “Bird poaching planned in France and more recent birding news”
The feeding restrictions from Massachusetts to Kentucky are no longer in place. Read More “Restrictions on bird feeding lifted after avian illness dissipates”
The 17-year FWS employee was the manager of Humboldt Bay National Wildlife Refuge when he died on United Flight 93. Read More “Fish and Wildlife Service remembers refuge manager Rich Guadagno”
Organizers hope the project ‘will help foster a more personal connection and stewardship of the environment as a whole.’ Read More “Terra devices offer the chance to listen to your backyard birds”
Here’s a mix of tributes to the owl from across her Twitter fan base. Read More “10 heartwarming tweets about Barry the Barred Owl”
Florida’s J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge on Sanibel Island will be the first national wildlife refuge to expand its accessibility initiatives to include a … Read More “Refuge to unveil scope for colorblind visitors”
A survey of our readers sparked an answer and question about an endangered bird on the popular game show. Read More “BirdWatchingDaily was a source for Jeopardy!“
Film follows the story of Monty and Rose and the hundreds of volunteers who have protected them. Read More “Debut set for Piping Plover documentary”
