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鈥檛 the only avian-mammal pairings with a mutually beneficial bond.
It鈥檚 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鈥攁nd 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 探花精选鈥檚 Hummingbirds at Home program shows the importance of community science and native plants.
"What's the Deal With Birds?" a New Paper Asks鈥擶hile 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.
When Yellow Warblers Warn of Brood Parasites, Red-winged Blackbirds Listen
April 06, 2020 — A new study found that the bird鈥檚 distinct warning call for Brown-headed Cowbirds might also benefit eavesdropping neighbors.