Osprey Nest in Ireland is the First in Centuries
Ospreys are large and instantly recognizable birds of prey. Their unique shape and markings help them stand out from their …
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Species Spotlight: The Shoebill Stork
What looks like a Muppet and sounds like a machine gun? Why it’s the Shoebill Stork, of course! These tall …
Illegal Shooting a More Likely Cause For Bird Deaths Around Power Lines Than Electrocution
Power lines are a historic threat to birds. Understanding why that is is intuitive. Birds of all kinds are often …
Dallas Zoo Celebrates First Ever Whooping Crane Chick
The Whooping Crane cuts an impressive silhouette. It is the tallest bird in North America. Where these elegant giants loom …
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UC Berkeley Study Examines Hummingbird Alcohol Consumption
It is well-known that alcohol, both naturally occurring and human-produced, is a part of the lives of some animals. From …
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The World’s Oldest African Penguin Has Died
Earlier this year, I reported on the very special birthday of a very special bird. ET, an African Penguin, was …
Bird Flu Causes Changes in Gannet Eye Color
With Disney’s latest iteration of the Little Mermaid, the gannet may become a bit more familiar to audiences around the …
Vultures Act as Early Warning System Against Poachers in Zambia
Zambia’s Kafue National Park is both the oldest and the largest national park in Zambia. Established in 1920, the park …
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When to Watch and When to Interfere With Baby Birds This Season
Most everyone in my life knows about my enthusiasm for (or obsession with) all things birds. As such, I often …
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Puffin Populations Up and Down in Ireland and Iceland
It is always lovely to see conservation efforts pay off. The work that conservation groups do to preserve delicate species …
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