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A Brief History of How Scientists Have Learned About Bird Migration
April 13, 2022 — Researchers today can follow birds' paths as they fly thousands of miles. But it wasn't always that way. Scroll through more than two centuries of advances in understanding this natural wonder.
Science
The Many Styles of Bird Migration Are More Varied Than You Think
April 13, 2022 — It's the journey, not the destination.
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Philadelphia Darkens Its Skyline to Protect Migrating Birds
April 13, 2022 — Spurred by a mass collision event, Ô¼ÅÚÊÓƵ chapters and partners lead a Lights Out program during spring and fall migration.
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Generational Advancements in Utah Water Policies this Year (Part 2)
April 11, 2022 — Major new funding and new flexibility improve the outlook for people and birds, even in drought.
Western Water News
Seven Ways to Make Your Home More Bird-Friendly
April 11, 2022 — From your windows to what plants you grow, there are many ways to make your sanctuary a safe place for avian visitors.
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The Paths We Take
April 11, 2022 — Migration is a journey that has long shaped human and avian existence. Meet four people whose lives and work reflect those close connections.
A Lunar Eclipse Sheds Light On a Fascinating Behavior In Birds
April 11, 2022 — Recent research reveals that Black Swifts ascend to remarkable heights when the moon is full. Why they do so is more of a mystery.
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How Birds Perform Amazing Migratory Feats—and the Mysteries That Remain
April 08, 2022 — We tackle some of your most frequently asked questions about migration.
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A bright yellow Prothonotary Warbler emerges from a cavity in a mossy cypress knee, a woody structure that grows near the base of a cypress tree.
To Protect Her Subjects, a Photographer Chooses Patience Over Playback
April 08, 2022 — Kelley Luikey wants birders and shutterbugs to recognize that playing recorded songs can stress vulnerable birds.
Behind the Shot
Let’s Celebrate! April is National Native Plant Month
April 08, 2022 — From the U.S. Senate to local homeowners’ associations, more people are recognizing the importance of native plants for birds and other wildlife.