Julie Leibach

Reporter, APP Magazine

Julie Leibach is a science writer for Sea Grant and a former APP senior editor. She's based in North Carolina.

Articles by Julie Leibach

Reimagining the American Kestrel
March 21, 2019 — Visual storyteller Maude White honed her falcon with years of practice and a small, sharp knife.
Illustrated Aviary
Reimagining the Tricolored Heron
December 17, 2018 — With a doomed frog and Mexican flair, illustrator Llew Mejia adds a fresh take on this classic print.
Illustrated Aviary
Seven Birdy Books for Kids (and the Kid Inside of You)
July 30, 2018 — Summer is prime time to share the thrills of outdoor exploration with young ones.
Books
Reimagining the Painted Bunting
March 23, 2018 — Artist Keith Negley adds imaginative flourishes to an exquisite pair of birds.
Illustrated Aviary
Reimagining the American Flamingo
July 06, 2017 — Artist Dan Winters turns the lanky wader into a 'creature of lore.'
Illustrated Aviary
From Paper to Print: the Making of EGG
April 03, 2015 — Steve Jenkins and Robin Page’s new kids’ book examines “nature’s perfect package.”
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Bird Talk with Jane Alexander
January 01, 2015 — For this Tony Award-winning actress, avian conservation is a big part of being a birder.
Why I'm a Birder
Catching Fireflies on Camera
June 10, 2013 — A photographer immerses himself in one of nature's most dazzling light shows.
Put a Bird On It
March 18, 2013 — From phone cases to shoes, avian-adorned products sell.
Visualizing Birdsong
February 28, 2013 — Avian calls like you’ve never seen them before.