Birds in the News

Bird-of-Paradise Stamps, On Sale Now
April 16, 2015 — The UN Postal Administration showcases these otherworldly birds to raise awareness of endangered species.
The World’s Greatest Flyway Race
April 16, 2015 — An intrepid team of Americans tackles a birding marathon in the desert.
Birding
Untying the Knot
April 14, 2015 — These male swans needed rescuing—from themselves.
Table for Two
April 13, 2015 — The discovery of Brown Jays foraging on a sloth’s hairy coat raises questions about the animals’ relationship.
A Black Flamingo Stands in Cyprus
April 10, 2015 — It’s not every day you see Earth’s (maybe) only black flamingo.
An Offset Program for Sage Grouse
April 10, 2015 — Buy a credit, save a sage-grouse. But some remain skeptical about the emerging market.
Conservation
The Corps, the Cormorants, and the Cull
April 09, 2015 — One cormorant’s plea to stop the slaughter.
Animal Kingdom Idol: Birdsong vs. Mouse Song
April 09, 2015 — Recent research shows that mice, like birds, use tunes to woo mates, though they do have very different styles.
A Hummingbird's Shining Armor
April 08, 2015 — The gorget is just a small part of the fireworks display.
Podcast
How to Get Hummingbirds to Come to Your City
April 07, 2015 — A makeshift green space can serve as a rest stop for these tiny travelers.