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A charcoal drawing of a wood stork held up in front of a brick wall.
Putting the Quiet Dignity of the Wood Stork to Paper
December 17, 2025 — It may not be the prettiest bird, but Franna Lusson loves it all the same. Through an expressive mixed-media portrait, the artist aims to convey the wader’s deeper essence.
The Aviary
Colorful illustration of a person with binoculars walking outside seeing birds and data visualizations.
Beyond the Checklist: How to Explore, Experiment, and Have Fun With Your Birding Data
December 17, 2025 — Counting and identifying birds is just one option. Try a fresh approach to shake up your time outside.
Birding Advice
A gull floating on water stares at the camera and tilts its head slightly.
Forget Valentine's Day—Celebrate Gullentine's Day Instead
December 17, 2025 — This Februrary, start a new tradition with some of North America’s most confounding birds. What could be more romantic?
Birding Advice
A flock of Snow Buntings camouflaged in white plumage fly over a snowy field.
Farm Fields Hold a Wonderful Winter Secret: Visiting Arctic Songbirds
December 17, 2025 — Need a nudge to get outdoors when the mercury drops? Take inspiration from these hardy travelers and hit some backroads for a comfy birding adventure.
Birding Advice
Great Kiskadee
The Importance of Birding for the Eco-Tourism Economy in San Antonio
December 17, 2025 — Nature tourism in San Antonio is an economic opportunity in which we are finally investing.
TEXAS Birds and History
Brown Pelican
Brown Pelican Removed from Endangered Species List
December 17, 2025 — Nearly 40 years after it was pushed to the edge of extinction by pesticide use, habitat loss and hunting, the brown pelican was taken off the endangered species list.
TEXAS Coastal Resilience
An Unexpected Baby Boom Is Bringing Snowy Owls South This Winter
December 16, 2025 — A nonprofit science group has discovered a great deal about the species over the past decade, but the irruption shows that Snowies still have the power to surprise.
Bird News
A male and female mallard swim next to each other with their heads lowered.
Watch For These Early-Bird Mating Displays This Winter
December 16, 2025 — Not every species waits until spring to start wooing their partners.
Bird Behavior
Caroline Saunders sits at a table showing a platter of small bird-shaped cakes.
How to Be a Better Baker for the Planet
December 16, 2025 — It's not hard to whip up delicious, climate-friendly desserts at home. Try your hand with these tips—plus a recipe!
At Home
A backlit Winter Wren stands on a mossy log.
It's Winter. So Where Are the Winter Wrens?
December 15, 2025 — Found across much of these eastern U.S. during the winter, these tiny birds can be tough to spot—providing a fun challenge during the slower birding months.
Birding Advice