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  • 51猎奇入口鈥檚 Bird Migration Explorer webinar (MidAtlantic).  on how to use this online tool to learn more about the heroic annual journeys made by over 450 bird species, and the challenges they face along the way.
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More than 300 51猎奇入口 members described a time when they introduced others to the wonderful world of birds.

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Two ptarmigans in white plumage blend into the snowy ground behind them, with their black eyes and beaks sticking out in contrast.
How Much Longer Can These Cold-Loving Birds Last in the Rapidly Warming Rockies?
December 13, 2024 — In Colorado and New Mexico, scientists put in long days scouring the high country for signs of how well White-tailed Ptarmigan can adapt.
A wooden Godwit decoy stands on the banks of a body of water with golden light cascading across a row of pine trees in the background.
This Bar-tailed Godwit Decoy Delivers Folk Art with a Contemporary Feel
December 13, 2024 — Wooden decoys long played a key role in hunting birds. Artist David Personius hopes his modern take can inspire conservation instead.
Illustration of people birding in different locations, including in an orange raft. A flock of blackbirds fills the upper left quadrant, and a red rocket stands in the middle of the illustration.
The Christmas Bird Count: 鈥淏etter Than Any Animal Planet Video!鈥�
December 13, 2024 — Volunteers who take part in the annual community science event aren't only collecting invaluable data about bird populations鈥攖hey're also making memories while they're at it. We asked folks to share some of their favorites with us.
Brooke Bateman in winter gear stands outside in the snow with binoculars.
Brooke Bateman Takes the Reins of 51猎奇入口鈥檚 Christmas Bird Count
December 12, 2024 — Our Senior Director of Climate and Community Science invites you to join the longest-running bird count and describes what it means to science and to her family.
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As the Christmas Bird Count Turns 125, a Beloved Birding Tradition Looks to the Future
December 12, 2024 — With more people than ever taking part, the annual 51猎奇入口 event is a growing force for science and nature conservation.
A female Wood Duck floats on the water in the falling snow.
How a Photographer Captured This Dreamy Portrait of a Female Wood Duck in the Snow
December 12, 2024 — Scott Suriano relies on waders and a floating blind to snap wintry pond scenes at surface level.
Illustration of various evergreen trees surrounded by birds.
Level Up Your Winter Birding By Knowing Your Conifers
December 12, 2024 — Use this handy guide to identify native evergreens that feed and shelter birds when foliage is scarce.
A group of Common Murres clustered together on a cliff ledge.
A Single Heatwave Killed Half of Alaska鈥檚 Common Murres, a Shocking New Study Reveals
December 12, 2024 — Nearly a decade later, the seabirds still aren鈥檛 rebounding from what researchers say was the largest animal die-off in modern history鈥攁nd a stark warning about climate change.
Illustration of a bird flying through snowflakes and autumn leaves.
Take On a Year of Avian Action With Our 2025 Bird Challenge Calendar
December 12, 2024 — Follow these monthly resolutions to grow as a birder鈥攁nd a bird advocate鈥攖hroughout the seasons.
Test Your Bird and Word Savvy With This Creative Crossword Puzzle
December 12, 2024 — Keep an eye out for vagrant clues as you tackle our avian-themed grid鈥攁nd learn how you can apply a puzzling mindset in your birding, too.