Science

Scientists Solve A Shag-adelic Bird Mystery
March 25, 2016 — New Zealanders now get two endangered shags for the price of one.
Gators Are a Baby Waterbird’s Best and Worst Chance of Survival—Here's Why
March 24, 2016 — A new study on alligators and nesting waterbirds in the Everglades proves that predator-prey relationships are more complicated than we think.
Can Birds Survive Without Mosquitoes?
March 10, 2016 — With tropical diseases like Zika spreading across the globe, many experts suggest eradicating mosquitoes to save human lives.
What Makes Bird Feathers So Colorfully Fabulous?
March 04, 2016 — From radiant jewel tones to bold browns and black—here's a complete, concise guide to bird coloration.
Is Climate Change Making It Harder for Finch Families to Get Along?
March 03, 2016 — Scorching temperatures in Australia are turning up the heat for Zebra Finch chicks, causing them to hatch out of order.
Why City Sparrows Are Singing A Very Different Tune
March 03, 2016 — Birds are belting their songs out at never-before-heard frequencies to beat the heavy noise around them.
Meet the Bird Brainiacs: American Crow
February 29, 2016 — Corvid expert John Marzluff scans crows’ brains to crack the mystery of what makes these smart birds so successful.
Meet the Bird Brainiacs: Eurasian Jay
February 29, 2016 — Superstar scientist Nicky Clayton uses worms and chocolate teddy bears to help figure out where bird and human intelligence intersect.
How Does a Cowbird Learn To Be a Cowbird?
February 25, 2016 — New research explains how these brood parasites—who are raised by other species—still manage to become cowbirds.
The Brilliant Ways Parasitic Birds Terrorize Their Victims
February 25, 2016 — These tales and pics from the nest will fill you with wonder and dread.