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Wilson’s Storm-Petrel
July 24, 2015
The Sketch
Why Would A Crow Ride an Eagle?
July 03, 2015 — Bird expert Kenn Kaufman explains the science behind this bizarre encounter.
Bird Behavior
The Monk Parakeet: A Jailbird Who Made Good
June 26, 2015
The Sketch
The Hoopoe: Emissary of Kings, Secreter of Stink
June 19, 2015
The Sketch
Cracking the Code on Egg Coloration
June 15, 2015 — Just two pigments account for the remarkable spectrum of bird eggshell hue and patterns.
Bird Nests and Breeding
How to Tell a Hairy Woodpecker From a Downy Woodpecker
February 13, 2015 — Size and tail color are two of the biggest clues when deciphering these two backyard regulars.
Birding Advice
What Is a Seahawk, Anyway?
January 29, 2015 — The mascot behind one of the NFL's most popular teams isn't actually a real bird. So what is it?
Bird Questions and Facts