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Birds on the Move

Birds on the Move

Nearly 350 �ԹϺ�� members describe a favorite fall migration story.

Birds Bring Solace for �ԹϺ�� Members During Pandemic

Birds Bring Solace for �ԹϺ�� Members During Pandemic

More than 600 nature lovers describe how birds have been a source of comfort through this crisis period.

�ԹϺ�� Members Share Inspirational Stories and Local Conservation Victories

�ԹϺ�� Members Share Inspirational Stories and Local Conservation Victories

Now more than ever, "hope is the thing with feathers."

�ԹϺ�� Members Wade Through Memories of Their Favorite Water Birds

Great Blue Herons, Ospreys, Atlantic Puffins, and more...

The Joy of Being a Bird Ambassador

The Joy of Being a Bird Ambassador

More than 300 �ԹϺ�� members described a time when they introduced others to the wonderful world of birds.

�ԹϺ�� Members Focus on Their Favorite Bird Photos

�ԹϺ�� Members Focus on Their Favorite Bird Photos

Over 100 shutterbugs took us behind the viewfinder of their best photos.

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51,567 tiny bird icons in a clump representing every individual bird counted.

Every Bird Counts in This Incredibly Detailed Visual Checklist

February 22, 2023 — Data artist Jer Thorp’s stunning visualization shows every individual counted on a single Brooklyn day.

The Aviary

At sunrise, Sharp-tailed Grouse spread their wings and dance low to the ground in a snowy field.

Fall In Love With the Ancient Dance of the Sharp-tailed Grouse

February 22, 2023 — Beguiled by the birds’ courtship ritual, wildlife photographer Noppadol Paothong makes a difficult journey to document their glory so that others can appreciate it.

Photography

A man wearing camouflage pants and holding a camera and large backpack stands in a field and looks through binoculars.

Birding In a War Zone: How Ukraine’s Top eBirder Pursues His Passion Amid Tragedy

February 21, 2023 — A writer’s budding friendship with Oleksandr Nastachenko offers a window into the besieged country’s small but resourceful community of birders and what they have lost since the Russian invasion.

Profiles

View of mountains at night with sprawling lights in the distance, the stars becoming less visible where the lights begin.

Night Skies Are Even Brighter Than We Thought — and Getting Brighter

February 17, 2023 — A new study using community data shows how light pollution is drowning out the stars. Scientists are still learning the consequences for birds and other animals, including humans.

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