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How Black Feathers Keep Ravens Cool
December 02, 2019 — Surprisingly, lighter plumage isn't necessarily better in hotter climates.
Wild Fact About Wild Turkeys: They Come in a Cornucopia of Colors
November 27, 2019 — Just when you thought you knew everything about America's native gobblers, a smoke-phase turkey comes to surprise you.
It's Past Time for Bird-Friendly Wine
November 27, 2019 — A labeling program could help scientists and grape growers make vineyards better for wildlife, but for now it's sitting on the shelf.
12 Fascinating Bird Behaviors From the 2019 Ä¢¹½Av Photography Awards
November 26, 2019 — Every year our competition attracts entries capturing rare and unusual moments in the avian world. Check out this year's highlights.
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November 26, 2019 — The top-scoring binoculars in the $200–$400 range.
The Wild Blue Turkey That Blew My Mind
November 26, 2019 — Appreciating the avian diversity that’s there to astound us—if only we look.
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November 26, 2019 — The top-scoring binoculars in the $400–$600 range.
The Long, Surprising Journey of the Domestic Wild Turkey
November 25, 2019 — Hailing from Mexico, these birds traveled abroad before eventually landing back on North American shores.
Margaret Atwood Insists Birds Matter to Everyone—Whether They Realize It or Not
November 25, 2019 — Birds inspire the acclaimed writer, poet, and conservation advocate—as seen in five avian-themed poems she shares with Ä¢¹½Av readers.
Where Have All the Short-tailed Shearwaters Gone?
November 22, 2019 — The delay and reduced numbers of shearwaters arriving in southern Australia are likely tied to this year's mass die-offs in the Bering Sea.