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A man walks down a grassy trail in a field, towards a forested area. There is a railing made of rope to one side. We see the man from behind, and he has his hands on a rope.
Birding As a Blind Person Is Now Easier in Colombia, Thanks to a Tourism Project
November 30, 2022 — The unique effort, consisting of six trails and trained guides, is a showcase for ideas that make birds and nature more accessible.
An illustration of 3 cartoon ducks—Surf Scoter, Northern Shoveler, and Red-breasted Merganser—each with labels describing distinctive features.
An Ode to Weird Duck Time
November 29, 2022 — Cartoonist Rosemary Mosco reflects on a season that’s special to her—and not only because she invented it.
Top Ô¼ÅÚÊÓƵ Successes of 2022
November 23, 2022 — Ô¼ÅÚÊÓƵ took a huge leap forward this year protecting birds, people, and the places they need to live and thrive. Here, a look back at a selection of our achievements from the last 12 months.
The Colorado River Compact at 100
November 22, 2022 — Can it survive another century?
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Let's Talk Turkey Beards
November 18, 2022 — They're real, and they're magnificent.
‘Like Finding a Unicorn’: Researchers Rediscover the Black-Naped Pheasant-Pigeon, a Bird Lost to Science for 140 Years
November 17, 2022 — A successful expedition in Papua New Guinea captured photos and video of the chicken-size pigeon, highlighting the value of local ecological knowledge as scientists seek out other long-missing species.
10 Fun Facts About the Wild Turkey
November 17, 2022 — Super vision? Flowing beards? Spiral poo? Yeah, there's plenty to talk about when it comes to this American icon.
Ô¼ÅÚÊÓƵ Invites Volunteers to Join the 123rd Christmas Bird Count
November 16, 2022 — The longest-running bird census provides important data for scientists and conservationists worldwide.
A flock of ducks flying in the same direction with an out of focus landscape in the background.
A Duck Hunter’s Tips for Quickly Identifying Waterfowl on the Wing
November 14, 2022 — Take limits require rapid ID of fast-flying birds—a useful skill for any birder. One waterfowler breaks down how she does it.
A large white bird with dark brown wings and a long orange beak sits in the grass.
Why Birds Are Anti-Aging Superstars
November 10, 2022 — Despite their extreme lifestyles, avians can live remarkably long lives for animals their size.