‘World’s rarest bird’ sighted in Brazil
Existence of female Stresemann’s Bristlefront renews hope for species’ survival. Read More “‘World’s rarest bird’ sighted in Brazil”
Conservation
Coverage of climate change, habitat loss, pesticides, and other threats to birds, as well as how birders and conservationists are responding.
World’s first bird-friendly arena opens
U.S. Green Building Council recognizes Fiserv Forum, the home of the Milwaukee Bucks, for its bird-friendly design. Read More “World’s first bird-friendly arena opens”
Increase in shorebird nest predation tied to climate change
Researchers have found that nest predation rates in the Arctic, where many shorebirds breed, have increased threefold in the last 70 years. Read More “Increase in shorebird nest predation tied to climate change”
170+ groups oppose border wall, say it would threaten wildlife and public lands
The groups are steadfastly opposed to a border wall across parts of Texas due to the negative effects it would have on birds and other wildlife. Read More “170+ groups oppose border wall, say it would threaten wildlife and public lands”
Cranes find allies in utility companies
Utility companies in Kansas and Wisconsin are working to prevent Whooping and Sandhill Cranes from colliding with powerlines. Read More “Cranes find allies in utility companies”
Southeastern Wisconsin Conservation Summit slated for early November
The second annual Southeastern Wisconsin Conservation Summit will cover a variety of topics, including the ongoing recovery of Kirtland’s Warbler. Read More “Southeastern Wisconsin Conservation Summit slated for early November”
Feds propose to list Eastern Black Rail as threatened
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has proposed to protect the Eastern Black Rail, a bird that has been lost from major portions of its range. Read More “Feds propose to list Eastern Black Rail as threatened”