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March-April 2013 issue

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Saving Species on the Brink
April 19, 2013 — Three success stories show just how far we’ll go to protect birds from extinction. 
10 Things You Can Do For Birds
April 09, 2013 — Plant a garden. Be a citizen scientist. Join “Lights Out.” Your steps can make a difference.
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April 01, 2013 — To hear nature’s voice, simply follow the birds.
The Gift of Caring for Baby Hummingbirds
April 01, 2013 — One writer learns that this task is anything but a burden. 
Avian Inspiration Takes Flight to New Heights
March 25, 2013 — Birds’ wing physiology and flying behaviors still influence aeronautics today.
Olympic Stadium Takes Cue from Birds
March 25, 2013 — At 1,093 feet long and 971 feet wide, this arena resembles one gargantuan nest.
The Amazing Brainpower of Birds
March 25, 2013 — Few animals have taught neuroscience more than songbirds.
Unlocking the Mystery of Flocks
March 18, 2013 — Groups of birds are providing insight into human behavior.
Put a Bird On It
March 18, 2013 — From phone cases to shoes, avian-adorned products sell.
Birds as Pollution Detectors
March 18, 2013 — Common species help scientists recognize toxins, measure mercury levels, and more.
The Most Endangered Bird in the Continental U.S.
March 05, 2013 — The fight to save the Florida Grasshopper Sparrow inspires all who love wildlife.
News
Mission of Mercy
March 01, 2013 — A routine jog leads to a chance encounter with an injured northern gannet—and a determined effort to set things right.
Visualizing Birdsong
February 28, 2013 — Avian calls like you’ve never seen them before.
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