Photography

Seven Spring Hotspots for Warbler Photography
March 10, 2017 — Migrant traps aren't just a boon to birds—they put photographers in a sweet spot too.
Take a Look at This Extremely Rare White Penguin
March 08, 2017 — On an expedition in Antarctica, experienced birder Noah Strycker spotted the ghostly Gentoo on the crowded shores of South Georgia Island.
Can’t Photographers and Birders Just Get Along?
March 02, 2017 — The rivalry needs to stop—for the good of the birds.
Whoa! Watch a Sneaky Roadrunner Nab a Hummingbird While It's Feeding
March 02, 2017 — A California photographer managed to capture the rarely documented behavior in his own backyard.
Gorgeous Sunset Shot of Sandhill Cranes Wins Spot on New USPS Stamp
March 01, 2017 — Michael Forsberg’s photo of a flock sweeping over Nebraska's Platte River beat out tens of thousands of other candidates vying for the honor.
Why Closer Is Not Always Better When Photographing Birds
February 03, 2017 — The impulse to shoot your subject at close range can be powerful, but there are several reasons why that's not best for the animal—or the image.
Follow These Expert Tips to Find and Photograph Owls
January 20, 2017 — With the proper preparation and plenty of patience, you can dramatically increase your chances of success.
Is Flash Photography Safe for Owls?
January 04, 2017 — Their big, round eyes make them alluring subjects, but impairing an owl's vision, even briefly, might have negative consequences.
Lucky Birder Captures Only Known Photos of Horned Guans Mating in the Wild
December 30, 2016 — The amateur photographer was on his first trip to Chiapas' Sierra Madre earlier this year when he documented the endangered birds' behavior.
Check Out These Fantastic Photos of Birds in Urban Spaces
December 28, 2016 — Photographer Sam Hobson will make you see city birds as you've never seen them before.