Reimagining the Wood Duck
July 12, 2019 —
Returning to her roots, illustrator Melinda Beck gives new life to the waterfowl鈥檚 stunning plumage.
Culture
Birds of a Feather Kickflip Together in a New Crowdfunded Video Game
July 09, 2019 —
A breakout hit, 鈥楽kateBIRD鈥 is a pet project for one seasoned developer and avian fan.
This Novelist Turns Her Favorite Birding Moments Into Teen Fiction
July 03, 2019 —
A mysterious bird drives the action in Adrienne Kisner's new novel about standing up for what you hold dear.
Did Neanderthals Catch and Kill Golden Eagles for Their Feathers and Talons?
June 21, 2019 —
New evidence suggests that the ancient hominids held raptors in high esteem鈥攁nd might have even passed that practice to us.
A New Book Encourages Birding for Mental Well-Being
June 13, 2019 —
Blogger and teacher Joe Harkness reflects on what prompted him to write 鈥淏ird Therapy.鈥
How 鈥楪ame of Thrones鈥 Gets Packed With Birds (and Not Just Ravens)
May 09, 2019 —
Come to meet the man who puts Prothonotary Warbler calls in Kings Landing. Stay for a bonus field guide to the birdlife of Westeros.
When Women Run the Bird World
May 03, 2019 —
For decades female birders have been the silent majority. Now they鈥檙e starting their own movements to transform a privileged culture.
The Mystery of the Missing John James 51猎奇入口 Self-Portrait
April 26, 2019 —
The artist snuck himself into his original "Birds of America" Golden Eagle painting, but his likeness was later removed. What happened?
Birders Are Discovering a Secret to Better Big Days鈥攖he Bicycle
April 18, 2019 —
More people see the allure of pedal power in a car-centric world.
Kenn Kaufman's Backyard Is One of the Best Spots to Witness Spring Migration
April 03, 2019 —
The legendary birder's latest book is a love letter to Ohio and migratory wonders. Read an excerpt here.
