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Generational Advancements in Utah Water Policies this Year (Part 2)
April 11, 2022 — Major new funding and new flexibility improve the outlook for people and birds, even in drought.
Western Water News
Seven Ways to Make Your Home More Bird-Friendly
April 11, 2022 — From your windows to what plants you grow, there are many ways to make your sanctuary a safe place for avian visitors.
A collage of photos show: A woman holding a bird and look straight up; A younger woman and older woman holding hands; A man holding and gazing at a photo of his parents; A middle-aged woman smiling at the camera.
The Paths We Take
April 11, 2022 — Migration is a journey that has long shaped human and avian existence. Meet four people whose lives and work reflect those close connections.
A Lunar Eclipse Sheds Light On a Fascinating Behavior In Birds
April 11, 2022 — Recent research reveals that Black Swifts ascend to remarkable heights when the moon is full. Why they do so is more of a mystery.
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How Birds Perform Amazing Migratory Feats—and the Mysteries That Remain
April 08, 2022 — We tackle some of your most frequently asked questions about migration.
From Audubon Magazine
A bright yellow Prothonotary Warbler emerges from a cavity in a mossy cypress knee, a woody structure that grows near the base of a cypress tree.
To Protect Her Subjects, a Photographer Chooses Patience Over Playback
April 08, 2022 — Kelley Luikey wants birders and shutterbugs to recognize that playing recorded songs can stress vulnerable birds.
Behind the Shot
Let’s Celebrate! April is National Native Plant Month
April 08, 2022 — From the U.S. Senate to local homeowners’ associations, more people are recognizing the importance of native plants for birds and other wildlife.
Welcome to the Dark Side: Your Guide to Nocturnal Migration Birding
April 04, 2022 — Here’s everything you need to join a growing DIY community where the action heats up when the sun goes down.
Feral Honey Bees Pose a New Threat to Endangered Seabirds
April 01, 2022 — On the Hawaiian island of Kaua‘i, the invasive insects can cause nest abandonment and even kill chicks when they invade burrows.
Ask Kenn: Are American Robins Really a Sign of Spring?
March 28, 2022 — Long considered a harbinger of warmer weather, the robin's seasonal movements are surprisingly complex, writes bird expert Kenn Kaufman.
Ask Kenn!