Birding

The McCown's Longspur Is No More, but the Debate Over Bird Names Continues
September 03, 2020 — In response to growing calls, the American Ornithological Society recently renamed the bird the Thick-billed Longspur. That's not enough for critics.
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Finding a Constant in Nature During the Uncertainty of a Pandemic
August 25, 2020 — Birds, the Trinity River ÃÛèÖAPP Center, and nature provide stability for me when everything else feels so changeable.
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Birdwatching Is a Bright Spot in a Pandemic-Stricken Economy
August 06, 2020 — Sales are through the roof for seed suppliers, birdhouse builders, and small businesses helping people connect with the nature in their backyards.
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Birding by Ear Can Be a Challenge, But There’s Help at Hand
July 15, 2020 — Looking to learn bird songs? Here are some courses and tools to guide you no matter your skill level.
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Gain a Duck, Lose a Crow: the 2020 Updates to North American Bird Names
July 13, 2020 — The Mexican Duck is now its own species, and the Northwestern Crow officially gets lumped with American Crow.
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Meet the Harvard Ornithology Professor Biking Across the Country
June 26, 2020 — With school out due to COVID-19, Scott Edwards decided to make a lifelong dream a reality. Now his ride has taken on even more meaning.
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Hiking Trails and Maps Often Exclude People With Disabilities. This Group Is Changing That.
June 19, 2020 — Started by Syren Nagakyrie, Disabled Hikers aims to make the outdoors more accessible for a diversity of people and marginalized communities.
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It's Time to Build a Truly Inclusive ÃÛèÖAPP
June 16, 2020 — As the nation continues to confront racism, the birding community must embrace difficult conversations.
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Black Birders Week: An Ode to Our Allies
June 05, 2020 — #BlackBirdersWeek, which began on May 31, has been a week-long event aimed to amplify Black people in every field and their experiences while outdoors.
‘Black Women Who Bird’ Take the Spotlight to Make Their Presence Known
June 05, 2020 — As part of Black Birders Week, women are sharing their love of the outdoors and the challenges they face in them.
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