Science

Risking Life and Limb in Antarctica to Find the Frozen Ancestors of Birds

August 04, 2016 — Extreme fossil hunting on the icy outcrops at the bottom of the world.

Genes Play a Big Role in Songbirds' Travel Plans

July 29, 2016 — New research shows that Swainson's Thrushes use a "genetic map" to pick their migration routes.

The Osprey Nation Wants You

July 28, 2016 — A dedicated Osprey fan base is collecting valuable ecological data across Connecticut.

What’s Got Bird Beaks in a Twist?

July 27, 2016 — Thanks to a major lead, scientists are hot on the trail of a never-seen disease, which could help them crack a cold case wide open.

The Secret Superpower of Birds, Revealed

July 27, 2016 — Researchers have figured out how some species of birds deploy UV vision.

High Mercury Levels Pose Another Setback for Arctic Birds

July 22, 2016 — Gone unchecked, the element can lead to sickness, sterility, or even death in breeding shorebirds.

How Do Hummingbirds Fly Without Crashing?

July 21, 2016 — The birds can master their own physics by sizing up the objects in their path.

Baby Ducks Are Capable of Abstract Thoughts

July 15, 2016 — Experiments show that ducklings can find deeper meaning in the objects they imprint on.

Hoot Goes the T. Rex?

July 14, 2016 — Scientists may have found a surprising parallel between bird and dinosaur sounds.

Feather-Eating Bacteria Found in Birds Across North America

July 14, 2016 — Scientists finally know how widespread the microbe is—but the news isn’t all terrible.

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