How people who feed birds observe and protect them
A new survey examines actions people take and emotions they feel when feeding birds. Read More “How people who feed birds observe and protect them”
Birdwatching
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.
Great Backyard Bird Count sets records for species, checklists, participants
Northern Cardinal was the most frequently reported species in this year’s count, which more than 224,000 birders took part in. Read More “Great Backyard Bird Count sets records for species, checklists, participants”
Be a birding ambassador
How to recruit new birders to the hobby. Read More “Be a birding ambassador”
Nature’s curve balls: Strategies for improving bird-ID skills in imperfect conditions
Improve your bird-ID abilities with these steps for dealing with weather, poor light, and other obstacles to clear views of birds. Read More “Nature’s curve balls: Strategies for improving bird-ID skills in imperfect conditions”
Birder gets married — at well-known Las Vegas bird preserve
A BirdWatching subscriber and her new husband tied the knot at the Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve. Read More “Birder gets married — at well-known Las Vegas bird preserve”
It’s time for the Great Backyard Bird Count!
Any time Friday through Monday, count the birds you see for at least 15 minutes and then report your sightings online. Because science! Read More “It’s time for the Great Backyard Bird Count!”
Half-male, half-female cardinal is cool, but it’s not drawing a crowd
This cardinal is amazing, but it appears that our interest in it and atypical animals in general only goes so far. Read More “Half-male, half-female cardinal is cool, but it’s not drawing a crowd”