When Taxidermy Goes Rogue
March 30, 2016 —
What do dead fancy chickens, two Brooklyn artists, conservation, and the ancient art of taxidermy have in common? A lot, actually.
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How to Train Your Raptor—A Master Falconer Shares Her Story
March 30, 2016 —
In “Peregrine Spring,” Nancy Cowan reveals how she's spent decades working with birds of prey and their "wild instinct."
What One Bottle’s Extreme Journey Proves About Pollution
March 22, 2016 —
An artist tossed message-filled bottles into the sea to find out how litter from New York hurts seabirds across the world.
Bracket: What’s The Best Bird-Named Sports Team? We Have a Winner
March 18, 2016 —
In honor of March Madness, we’re letting our readers decide which avian mascot is most loved (and most accurate).
Be Delighted By These Photos of a Child Playing in Nature
March 09, 2016 —
A father photographs his daughter’s trials and triumphs in the natural world.
How to Tell If a Company is Green (or Not)
February 29, 2016 —
Here’s a guide for separating greenwashing from green action.
And the Birding Oscar Goes To . . .
February 26, 2016 —
It’s not just about the acting. Find out which film should win based on accurate bird depictions alone.
Watch a Cuddly Baby Penguin Struggle to Survive in its Chilly Home
February 23, 2016 —
A new PBS show, airing tomorrow night, tracks the dramatic first months of a young Emperor Penguin’s life—from birth on the ice, to a brave seaward migration.
What Valentine's Day Birds Can Tell You About Your Love Life
February 12, 2016 —
In ancient times, birds were used to predict the future. Here’s what they could reveal about your soul mate to-be.
