Species Spotlight: The Elf Owl
Did you know that there’s an owl that’s as small as a sparrow and could easily fit in the palm …
Did you know that there’s an owl that’s as small as a sparrow and could easily fit in the palm …
It’s the nature of conservation that we often spend the bulk of our time discussing bad news. Even when a …
Among raptors, kites have always been a favorite of mine. They are falcon-like, with small maneuverable bodies and most species …
If you’ve ever tried stargazing in a city, you might have an idea of how powerful light pollution is. In …
Light Pollution May Be Causing Songbirds’ Eyes to Shrink Read More »
Hurricane Idalia struck Florida on August 30th, 2023. I was a powerful storm that was classified as a category four …
Flamingo Sightings Throughout the Southeast After Hurricane Idalia Read More »
If you have never heard of a Secretary Bird, you’re in for a treat. Although these largely terrestrial birds of …
Endangered Secretary Bird Hatches in San Antonio Read More »
The relationship between agriculture and wildlife is long and complex. It spans millennia and encompasses both cooperative relationships and adversarial …
Examining the Conflict Between Black Vultures and Farmers Read More »
The Roseate Spoonbill is an odd bird. Resembling something between a flamingo and a stork, these large wading birds are …
Spoonbill Spotted in Wisconsin for the First Time Since 1845 Read More »
There are more than 1,480 species of birds that are considered endangered globally. This does not include species that are …
The Whooping Crane cuts an impressive silhouette. It is the tallest bird in North America. Where these elegant giants loom …
Dallas Zoo Celebrates First Ever Whooping Crane Chick Read More »