Zoe Grueskin

Associate Editor, ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ magazine
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Articles by Zoe Grueskin

A Sri Lanka Frogmouth, a bizarre-looking mottled brown bird with huge eyes, a wide beak, and tiny feet, perches on a lichen-covered branch.
These Not-Quite-Nightjars Might As Well Be Muppets
June 25, 2026 — Potoos, Oilbirds, Frogmouths! Feast your eyes on some of the world's most bizarre-looking nocturnal bird species.
Birding
A Monarch butterfly perched in a tree with a tiny gps tracker on its back.
Your Phone Can Already Detect Migrating Monarch Butterflies, but This App Lets You See Them
June 24, 2026 — Thanks to tiny new trackers and Bluetooth, scientists—and you—can now follow the epic journeys of individual butterflies.
Conservation News
A colorful, whimsical illustration of an adult goldfinch feeding its five chicks in a nest.
Check Out These Fresh New Books for Young Birders—and the Young at Heart
June 23, 2026 — From illustrated odes to underappreciated animals to a picture book inspired by a poetry icon, there is something here for all kinds of kids and the birders who love them.
Books
Illustration of a Song Thrush flying up to a tree to its mate sitting on a nest.
Add These 6 Birdy Books to Your Summer Reading List
June 22, 2026 — From deep dives into dinosaur life to a celebration of animal parenting, these recent releases for bookish bird-lovers are here just in time for summer vacation.
Books
A Black-crowned Night Heron stands on a rock with a body of water in the background.
New York City’s Black-crowned Night Herons Are Vanishing—and Could Totally Disappear in a Decade, a New Study Reveals
June 03, 2026 — The waters and islands around the city have been home to thousands of the breeding birds for decades, but their numbers are now mysteriously plunging, according to New York City Bird Alliance.
Conservation News
An old black and white photo of a woman in a long dress standing outside next to a tree.
This Early Birding Icon's Advice on Leading Bird Walks Is Still Fresh—126 Years Later
June 02, 2026 — Four tips that stand the test of time from conservation pioneer Florence Merriam Bailey, who helped popularize birding as a hobby for the masses in the late 19th century.
Birding Advice
Two people outside in the rain, one looking up through binoculars.
How to Harness Spring Weather for Spectacular Birding
March 27, 2026 — To get the most out of the season, watch the skies (and radar).
Birding
What’s a Northern Cardinal Doing at a Pile of Deer Guts? Chowing Down.
March 02, 2026 — A research project enlisting hunters as partners has revealed that the roll call of birds willing to feast on some organ meat is surprisingly diverse.
Bird Science
A drone photograph shows the winding, wooden walkway as it stretches through the fall-colored marsh land.
A Stunning Photo Project Shows a Year in the Life of a Local Lake
December 19, 2025 — In a city park just 15 minutes from home, a photojournalist found a meaningful new focus by watching closely, season after season.
Photo Essay
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