Science

Mallards Ferry Fish Eggs Between Waterbodies Through Their Poop
June 25, 2020 — New research shows that fish eggs don't just survive the journey through a mallard's digestive system intact, but they can still be viable.
Migratory Birds Like Native Berries Best
June 12, 2020 — Even when fruits of invasive plants are abundant, migratory songbirds seek out native berries, according to new research.
These Birds Protect Black Rhinos From Poachers (but Also Drink Their Blood)
June 10, 2020 — Red-billed Oxpeckers and their critically endangered hosts aren’t the only avian-mammal pairings with a mutually beneficial bond.
When to Expect Hummingbirds at Your Feeders and Flowers This Spring
May 21, 2020 — Warmer weather is on its way—and so are migrant hummers returning from their southern wintering grounds to their summer breeding ranges. Here’s a regional guide for when they should arrive and the food they’re seeking.
It’s Not a Huge Deal if We Miss One Season of Climate Watch
May 18, 2020 — Scientists have been dealing with fragmentary data for years and have many tools to deal with it.
Flamingos Can Forge Long-Lasting Friendships—and Rivalries
May 11, 2020 — A new study of captive birds found they prefer to hang out with buddies, and some individuals could even be considered social butterflies.
Hummingbirds Are at Home When We Plant Native Plants
April 28, 2020 — A new study on ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ’s Hummingbirds at Home program shows the importance of community science and native plants.
"What's the Deal With Birds?" a New Paper Asks—While Making a Point
April 22, 2020 — In the world of academia, predatory journals with almost no vetting process abound. One researcher had enough.
The Most Innovative Birds Stand the Best Chance of Survival
April 10, 2020 — A new global study finds that species willing and able to try new foods or forage creatively have a lower risk of extinction.
For Scientists Who Study Birds, This Spring Is Without Precedent
April 08, 2020 — Due to COVID-19, many researchers who track avian health have stopped or limited work just as migration, breeding, and nesting season ramps up.