Scientists Are Unraveling the American Robin's Surprisingly Mysterious Migration
September 28, 2020 —
Researchers hope new studies of these widespread birds will reveal their movements—and tip us off to disease outbreaks and other threats.
In a Tumultuous Year, Science and Steadfast Action Provide a Path Forward
September 28, 2020 —
Our fall issue spotlights researchers and conservationists doing what it takes, in the face of overwhelming odds, to keep people and birds safe.
Forget the Roses, Give the White House a Native Plant Garden
September 09, 2020 —
The dustup over First Lady Melania Trump's recent renovation misses a bigger problem with the Rose Garden: It's too heavy on introduced species.
Interior Department Finalizes Plan to Drill in the Arctic Refuge
August 17, 2020 —
Legal challenges are inevitable, but the Trump administration aims to hold the first-ever sale of oil and gas leases in the refuge this year.
Court Strikes Down Trump Administration Policy That Let Companies Kill Birds
August 12, 2020 —
In a major victory for conservation groups, a federal judge ruled that the Migratory Bird Treaty Act covers unintentional but avoidable avian deaths.