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A Brief History of Avian Drag

June 29, 2021 — Birds have long inspired drag queens and played key roles in queer culture.

Arts & Culture

What Is a Songbird, Exactly?

June 17, 2021 — Turns out it’s about more than just carrying a tune.

Bird Science

Two Fantastic Warblers Anyone Can Find

May 14, 2021 — Ready to up your warbler game but not sure where to begin? Seek out water to get started with this popular pair.

Birding Advice

Five Incredible Ways Birds Change Their Bodies for Spring and Fall Migration

April 09, 2021 — To power perilous journeys, birds undergo extreme feats like doubling their body weight and rearranging or even consuming their internal organs.

Bird Migration

Do Yourself a Favor This Spring: Go See the American Woodcock’s ‘Sky Dance’

March 26, 2021 — Timberdoodles have one of the wildest mating rituals among North American birds, and you should definitely check it out. Here’s how.

Birding Advice

What a Songbird Lost at Sea Taught Me About Survival

March 24, 2021 — Aboard a mission to explore the alien life of the deep ocean, a chance encounter with a migratory bird offered a point of connection—one that has felt poignant this past year.

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