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The Purple-crowned Fairy-wren is an aptly named bird. These pint-sized Australian songbirds are endlessly charming and easily recognized by their …
Wildfires and Controlled Fires Both Threaten Australian Fairy-wrens Read More »
I recently reported on the conflict between Black Vultures and farmers that is inspiring measures in several US states allowing …
Bald Eagles and Other Raptors Are Friends to Dairy Farmers Read More »
Climate change is a constant source of worry for ecologists, conservationists, and all of those who love birds and nature …
Long Distance Migrants May Be Resilient to Climate Change Dangers Read More »
It is once again time for the New Zealand Bird of the Year Contest, hosted by New Zealand’s Forest & …
New Zealand’s Bird of the Year Contest Includes Extinct Candidates Read More »
Guillemots and Murres may not look like Puffins at a glance, but all three of these seabirds belong to the …
A Legacy of Success for Welsh Guillemot Conservation Faces Emerging Threats Read More »
Glossy Ibises are considered to be of “low concern” globally because their populations, though decreasing alongside much of the earth’s …
Glossy Ibis Spotted in China After Supposed Extinction Read More »
Brood parasites are a constant threat to a diverse array of bird families all over the planet. From Cowbirds in …
Drongo Eggs Have Built In Secret Code Allowing Parents to Spot Forgeries Read More »
There’s a lot to love about Piping Plovers. Small, round, and undeniably charming, these little shorebirds are considered an indicator …
American birders may not be very familiar with bustards. These large terrestrial birds are found in the grasslands and steppes …
Protected habitats are key to most conservation strategies. Habitat degradation or outright loss is one of the most significant contributing …
After a Rare Woodpecker Reappeared, Conservationists Bought its Habitat Read More »
