April 03, 2017 —
Hawks, owls, and other raptors nest early to give their young ample time—and ample prey—to develop the skills they need to hunt on their own.
How ‘Feather Lady’ Roxie Laybourne Cracked the Deadly Problem of Planes and Birds
March 31, 2017 —
The Smithsonian scientist combined her eye for microscopic detail with a lifelong interest in engines to found the field of forensic ornithology.
March 31, 2017 —
The springtime dance battles of grouse and other species are irresistible camera fodder. Photographer Noppadol Paothong explains how to nail your shot without disturbing the delicate mating ritual.