How a Tern Broke the Record for the Longest Known Migration
June 28, 2016 —
Researchers call the bird’s journey of 60,000 miles an “underestimate” of how far it actually flew.
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Who Wins in a Fight Between Bluebirds and Swallows?
June 23, 2016 —
Mountain Bluebirds could have a hard time defending their homes if climate change speeds up the arrival of their nest rivals.
Here’s Your First Look at Audubon’s New Birds and Climate Project
June 22, 2016 —
Climate Watch is getting volunteers across the country to admire bluebirds (for science).
The Art of Hatching an Egg, Explained
June 20, 2016 —
Author Tim Birkhead is at it again—this time with a written history of eggs and the wonders that lie within.
To Catch a Predator
June 20, 2016 —
Want to be a raptor bander? You'll need live bait, a taco trap, a good hand cream, and years of licensed training.
What Goes On in the Mind of an Invasive Species?
June 17, 2016 —
An Aesopian experiment may clue us in to how adaptable the Great-tailed Grackle truly is.
Human Noise Robs Owls of Their Ability to Hunt
June 06, 2016 —
Sounds from natural-gas extraction sites can reduce birds’ ability to find and capture prey.
Why Fat Birds Are Better At Making Babies
June 03, 2016 —
A new study shows that some warblers tack on the pounds—or, rather, fractions of an ounce to stay in good reproductive shape.
Thirty Percent of North American Bird Species Face Decline Across Seasons
May 28, 2016 —
Two new studies strike similar conclusions on continental bird populations during winter and spring.
