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Backyard Birding in Central India to Beat Lockdown
An Indian nature photographer finds solace in the birds viewed from his balcony.
Weird and Unbelievable Facts About Earwigs
From caring mothers to strange courtship, earwigs are full of surprises.
Can Duck Poop Spread Invasive Fish?
New research shows carp eggs can remain viable after passing through a duck’s digestive tract.
Forest Surprise: A Wolf Story
What happens when the coyote you see on your morning hike isn't a coyote, but a lone Mexican grey wolf on a walkabout.
Meet the Mountain Chickadee
Fascinating facts about a lesser-known relative of the black-capped chickadee.
A Better Way to Protect Birds From Power Lines
Millions of birds are killed every year in collisions with power lines. Now, scientists have discovered installing suspended, rotating devices known as ''flappers'' is the most effective way to reduce bird deaths.
13 Writing Awards for Cool Green Science
In 2019, Cool Green Science stories won 13 awards from the Outdoor Writers Association of America.
Death and Drama Among the Cicada Killers
Cicada killers are fearsome insects, but other species have adopted ingenious ways to exploit them.
The Winnowing of the Wilson’s Snipe
Now is the time to see the elusive (but real) snipe.
Rough, Rugged and Remote: Going the Distance to Save Cape Town’s Water
High above Cape Town, a group of trained abseilers scale cliffs to cut down water-thirsty invasive pine trees.
The Big Bat Year: A Quest to See the World’s Bats
Birding’s Big Year has become a major event. But bats?
Bahamian Queen Conch: Fishers & Scientists Share Knowledge for a Sustainable Fishery
Queen conch are at risk. Bahamas fishers and scientists are helping.