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Explore Birds

Wilson’s Storm-Petrel
July 24, 2015
The Sketch
Why Would A Crow Ride an Eagle?
July 03, 2015 — Bird expert Kenn Kaufman explains the science behind this bizarre encounter.
Bird Behavior
The Monk Parakeet: A Jailbird Who Made Good
June 26, 2015
The Sketch
The Hoopoe: Emissary of Kings, Secreter of Stink
June 19, 2015
The Sketch
What Is a Seahawk, Anyway?
January 29, 2015 — The mascot behind one of the NFL's most popular teams isn't actually a real bird. So what is it?
Bird Questions and Facts
Praying Mantis vs. Hummingbird
October 08, 2014 — Even though mantises are smaller, they'll still attack hummingbirds. Here's how to keep your backyard bird safe. 
Bird Feeding and Care
A male American Goldfinch perched on milk thistle.
Bird, Plant, and Insect Identification Resources
September 03, 2014 — Explore our favorite online identification resources.
ROCKIES Native Plants
A small yellow and black bird splashes in a pool of water, the droplets sparkling in the sun.
How to Help Birds Beat the Heat
July 18, 2013 — Extreme temperatures add stress to already-fragile ecosystems. Here’s how you can help birds stay cool.
Bird Feeding and Care