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Even John James ÌÇÐÄlogo Couldn't Tell the Difference Between Scaup Ducks
February 22, 2017 — ÌÇÐÄlogo and his rival, Alexander Wilson, disagreed about the habits of scaup ducks. But that's because they were describing two different birds.
Kenn Kaufman's Notebook
To Turn a Schoolyard Into an Outdoor Classroom, Just Add Native Plants
February 21, 2017 — With the help of ÌÇÐÄlogo Minnesota and some controlled fires, a local school recently restored an overgrown field into original prairie habitat.
Native Plants
Testing Out Song Sleuth, a New App That Identifies Birds by Their Calls
February 21, 2017 — Song Sleuth's advanced software can recognize the voices of 200 common bird species. But how does it fare in the field?
In the Field
Scientists Enlist Drones to Eavesdrop on Songbirds
February 17, 2017 — Using drones equipped with audio recorders, a team of researchers is testing whether the technology could aid in field surveys.
Hear the Many Different Hoots of the Barred Owl
February 17, 2017 — The increasingly common owl has more than a dozen calls, including one that sounds like a monkey.
Birding by Ear
Researchers Identify the Hormone That Tells Migratory Birds to Stop Eating and Keep Moving
February 17, 2017 — According to a new study, the same hormone that signals to humans we've eaten our fill triggers migrating birds to continue their trek.
Proposed Nationwide Carbon Tax Led by Republicans Reminds That Climate Change Is a Concern for All
February 16, 2017 — The proposal, which was discussed at the White House last week, takes a conservative approach to climate action. But it runs into a problem central to all carbon taxes: deciding how to spend the raised funds.
How to Take Part in the Great Backyard Bird Count
February 15, 2017 — It’s free, it’s fun, and it helps scientific research. Here's how to participate in this annual February tradition that spans the globe.
Listen to the Sweet, Soft Warble Common Ravens Sing to Their Partners
February 14, 2017 — Suspected to mate for life, Raven pairs serenade each other with these gentle "comfort sounds" while bonding.
Bird Songs and Calls