Birds-of-Paradise Feathers Are More Than Flashy—They Glow
March 07, 2025 —
Researchers recently discovered that dozens of species in the flamboyant family are biofluorescent, emitting a gleaming light that could enhance their mating displays.
How Plant Seeds Reshaped the Lives—and Evolution—of Birds
March 04, 2025 —
Plants didn't always use seeds to reproduce, but once they did, early avians were more than happy to indulge in the nutrient-rich morsels, kicking off a symbiotic relationship that persists today.
Remembering "The Bird of the Century," a Half-Century Later
March 03, 2025 —
In March of 1975, an extremely rare Ross's Gull was confirmed for the first time in the Lower 48. The sighting and the frenzy that ensued was a watershed moment for a burgeoning birding community.