Meet the Dipper, the Songbird That Swims

Meet North America’s only aquatic songbird.

Justine E. Hausheer

How Cowbirds Raise Their Young, Without Raising Their Young

The opportunities, and costs, of laying your eggs in another bird’s nest.

Lauren D. Pharr

There’s a Python Living in My Rain Gutter

Pythons in the house?! When a birdfeeder attracts more than just birds.

Justine E. Hausheer

When Domestic Birds Go Wild

When free-range poultry takes on a whole new dimension.

Matthew L. Miller

From Palmyra to the Pacific: Realigning a Rainforest

Getting rid of the rats on Palmyra was only the beginning.

Cara Cannon Byington

Deformed Beaks: What We Know About An Alarming Bird Disease

Have you seen a bird with abnormally long and deformed beak? Here’s what’s happening.

Lauren D. Pharr

Raptor Rescue: When Bird Injuries Warrant Rehab

More people outdoors means more injuries for raptors.

Kris Millgate

Dumpster Diving Helps Urban Wood Storks Survive

New research suggests that urban environments can act as a buffer for wetland bird species when natural food sources become unpredictable.

Justine E. Hausheer

Story type: TNC Science Brief

Cassowary Quest: A Tale of Danger and Defecation

Cassowaries — and their massive piles of poop — are incredibly important to the rainforest ecosystems where they live.

Justine E. Hausheer

Think Pigeons Are Boring? Not These Birds

Neon pink pigeons? Rainbow-colored doves? These are 10 of our favorite pigeons and doves from around the world.

Justine E. Hausheer

Eleven Awesome Owls From Around The World

Whoooo knew owls could be so awesome?

Justine E. Hausheer

Backyard Birding in Central India to Beat Lockdown

An Indian nature photographer finds solace in the birds viewed from his balcony.

Ashok Biswal