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Overview You can spot a male scarlet tanager by its ridiculously vivid red body, set off by deep black wings and a black tail during the breeding season. Once that season ends, males trade in their red for a yellow-green ...

Overview The Nuer people live as pastoralists in East Africa. They move seasonally between the Gambella region of western Ethiopia and the Sudd wetlands in South Sudan. Livestock, wetlands, and birds shape their lives in ways outsiders might not expect. ...

Overview Bob Freeman’s fascination with birds started when he was a kid. After moving to Iowa, he got to know chickens and ducks, but the peregrine falcon quickly became his favorite. There’s something about their speed and elegance that really ...

Quick Facts What’s Popular Now August brings a surge of bird activity as young birds finally venture out of their nests. You’ll spot finches, sparrows, cardinals, orioles, waxwings, and bluebirds all hunting for something to eat. Summer demands more energy ...

Bird sleep has fascinated scientists for years. It’s tough to observe and even harder to measure. Birds show a range of sleep behaviors that aren’t always obvious. Sometimes they rest with eyes open or even sleep with only one half ...

The recent budget bill landed with a thud in the halls of government, stirring up both hope and skepticism. It’s easy to wonder what comes next for habitat protection and climate action. Lawmakers managed to squeeze in several provisions that ...

The Great Fall Bird Migration Has Already Begun – Here’s How to See It Every year, birds head south as the seasons shift. You can catch this movement from almost anywhere. Birds that spent the summer up north now travel ...

Quick Facts About Mississippi Kites in Alabama Mississippi kites are small raptors with an elegant, almost ghostly look. They measure just over a foot long and weigh about half a pound. Their white bodies, gray wings and tails, and striking ...

Piping plovers are small shorebirds. They’re considered endangered, especially around the Great Lakes. Key Takeaways In Chicago, people have really rallied to protect these birds. Local volunteers and plover monitors spend hours safeguarding nesting spots like Montrose Beach. This beach ...

August in Oregon means it’s prime time for birdwatching. The state’s parks and preserves absolutely come alive, and you don’t even need to spend a dime to join in. Local groups and nature centers often host guided walks throughout the ...

Spotting Birds and Making Connections Exploring nature on two wheels gives you a fresh way to find wildlife. In St. Paul and across the Twin Cities, groups like Bike & Bird welcome folks of all ages and backgrounds for a ...

Most people think songbirds mate for life, but that’s not always true. Some bird couples split up, even after raising chicks together. Researchers have watched pairs of songbirds go their separate ways. Sometimes one bird just leaves, or both decide ...

Andaman and Nicobar Islands Lead India’s Birdwatching Travel with a New Wildlife Focus If you’re into birds, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands are probably already on your radar. These islands shelter a wild mix of rare and endemic birds – ...

The Kirtland’s warbler is a small, colorful songbird with some pretty picky habitat needs. Almost all of them live in Michigan, though you’ll find a handful in Wisconsin and Ontario too. They’re ground nesters, choosing young jack pine forests – nothing older ...

Cockatoos are famous for their playful, sometimes downright goofy personalities. One cockatoo, in particular, has stolen the internet’s attention by showing off her wild version of “zoomies.” Most people think zoomies are just for dogs, but cockatoos can get them ...

Something’s different in Oregon this spring. Bird populations and their migration patterns have shifted in ways that birdwatchers can’t help but notice. The Bird Alliance of Oregon and plenty of local enthusiasts say this year’s migration feels a lot quieter. ...

You know, it’s not every day Raleigh gets a feathered visitor like this. After several years away, a rare bird has made its way back to the city. Birdwatchers have been buzzing with excitement, snapping photos and swapping stories. Some ...

A pair of bald eagles and their young have sparked a fresh buzz in the Piedmont and Oakland area. Their nest sits near Monte and Moraga avenues, and it’s quickly become a hotspot for local bird watchers. Folks gather, hoping ...

Kentucky sits right in the path of millions of migratory birds every year. These birds stop off in the state’s woods and fields during their long spring and fall journeys. They pause here, searching for food and a bit of ...

Program Summary The Aspen Center for Environmental Studies (ACES) lines up a bunch of summer activities for anyone curious about nature, especially in Colorado’s Roaring Fork Valley. Each week, birding outings bounce between Hallam Lake and Rock Bottom Ranch. It’s ...