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”
News & Features
Recent developments and in-depth articles about birdwatching, conservation, notable species, and scientific discoveries.
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”
New honeyeater species described from Indonesia
Locals on the island of Alor have long known of the species, but it wasn’t described to science until recently. Read More “New honeyeater species described from Indonesia”
CBS Sunday Morning profiles David Sibley
The field guide author talks about his life as a bird artist. Read More “CBS Sunday Morning profiles David Sibley”