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Long Before Pantone, This Bird-Based System for Describing Color Was a Hit
December 17, 2024 — In the early 20th century, ornithologist Robert Ridgway published a massive dictionary to categorize birds’ hues, from Peacock Blue to Duck Green. His work still resonates for artists and designers today.
Small brown bird with yellow tufts on its head floats in calm water
California Voters Said Yes to Prop 4, a Win for Birds, People, and Our Shared Future
December 16, 2024 — Consistent advocacy work across Ô¼ÅÚÊÓÆµ's community helped make this important public investment happen.
Cook, in his eagle-adorned office, displays a rubber eagle mask in his hand.
The Bald Eagle Is Finally, Officially Our National Bird—Thanks to This Man
December 14, 2024 — Preston Cook’s love of the iconic raptor has led to a collection of 40,000 objects and, now, a quest to finally bring the bird the recognition that it deserves.
A Cerulean Warbler perches on a thin, leafy branch.
The Cerulean Warbler Is In Decline but Help Is on the Way
December 13, 2024 — Recent studies using tracking technology pinpoint the warbler habitat where conservation is most urgently needed.
Group of young adults looking up with binoculars, standing in a street in a suburban location.
The Long View
December 13, 2024 — Pull back to look at the big picture, and you may glean valuable insights.
A Red Knot flies over the ocean.
The Road Ahead
December 13, 2024 — Ô¼ÅÚÊÓÆµ unites people across borders and partisan lines to protect birds wherever they are—regardless of the political landscape.
Two ptarmigans in white plumage blend into the snowy ground behind them, with their black eyes and beaks sticking out in contrast.
How Much Longer Can These Cold-Loving Birds Last in the Rapidly Warming Rockies?
December 13, 2024 — In Colorado and New Mexico, scientists put in long days scouring the high country for signs of how well White-tailed Ptarmigan can adapt.
A wooden Godwit decoy stands on the banks of a body of water with golden light cascading across a row of pine trees in the background.
This Bar-tailed Godwit Decoy Delivers Folk Art with a Contemporary Feel
December 13, 2024 — Wooden decoys long played a key role in hunting birds. Artist David Personius hopes his modern take can inspire conservation instead.