Climate

Glistening Glass Sculptures in the Desert Explore Bird Molt and Gender Transition
October 23, 2020 — Through science and art, Silas Fischer explores the connection between Gray Vireos and the researcher's own queerness.
Nearly Half of the Cassia Crossbill's Population Could Be Lost After Wildfire
October 14, 2020 — The birds live on two small mountain ranges in Idaho, and a blaze recently engulfed one of them. “Our alarm levels should be red," scientist says.
Can This Critically Endangered Bird Survive Australia's New Climate Reality?
October 01, 2020 — Efforts to save Regent Honeyeaters seem to be working, but scientists and Aboriginal conservationists are on edge as another bushfire season begins.
Recent ‘Megafires’ Imperil Even Fire-Loving Forest Birds
September 29, 2020 — Many birds, such as owls and woodpeckers, thrive in forest habitats created after fire. But the hotter, bigger, more destructive megafires out West might be too much even for them.
False Springs: How Earlier Spring With Climate Change Wreaks Havoc on Birds
September 25, 2020 — An early spring may sound lovely after a long winter, but can be disastrous for wildlife.
As Hurricanes Increase in Intensity, How Will Birds Respond?
September 25, 2020 — Hurricanes don't affect all birds in the same way, but a changing climate that makes storms more intense will pose serious threats.
When In Drought…
September 25, 2020 — When it comes to droughts, the costs of climate change are too high for both birds and people.
House Energy Legislation Provides Promising Opportunities for a Cleaner Future for Birds and People
September 24, 2020 — The package, which was voted on during National Clean Energy Week, supports a variety of energy and environmental justice bills
Climate Change Threatens Seabirds on Both Land and Sea
September 24, 2020 — Protecting birds and people from sea-level rise and warming oceans is a critical part of climate action.
As the Planet Warms, Will Birds Escape the Heat?
September 23, 2020 — On land and sea, birds are at risk when the temperature spikes.