Become a Bird Detective by Studying Behavior Clues
March 06, 2017 —
When identifying a bird, how it acts can often lead to a quicker identification than its color or shape.
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The Biggest Differences Between Song and Savannah Sparrows
March 03, 2017 —
A close look at these two doppelgängers shows some key contrasts in markings and song.
Can’t Photographers and Birders Just Get Along?
March 02, 2017 —
The rivalry needs to stop—for the good of the birds.
Birdist Rule #61: Find Your First Phoebe, the Gateway Flycatcher
February 23, 2017 —
Identifying flycatchers can be unbelievably frustrating, so start off easy.
A Guide to Finding Urban Owls
February 22, 2017 —
You don't have to live in the middle of the woods to see an owl. Here's how and where to spot five species in towns and cities across the U.S.
Testing Out Song Sleuth, a New App That Identifies Birds by Their Calls
February 21, 2017 —
Song Sleuth's advanced software can recognize the voices of 200 common bird species. But how does it fare in the field?
Birdist Rule #75: Get a Bird Tattoo, and Make It a Good One
February 16, 2017 —
What makes a good bird tattoo you ask? Well, read on!
How to Take Part in the Great Backyard Bird Count
February 15, 2017 —
It’s free, it’s fun, and it helps scientific research. Here's how to participate in this annual February tradition that spans the globe.
How Crossbills and Other Birds Are Rewriting the Rules of Evolution
February 10, 2017 —
A possible new crossbill species is the latest example of how genetic research is giving us surprising insights into the ways animals evolve.
