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Monthly Archives: December 2011
Pigeons show off complex math skills in new study
The next time someone calls you birdbrained, you should happily take that as a compliment because scientists have made yet another discovery that further indicates the intelligence of birds. I’m sure if you’ve watched birds in your backyard, you know just how smart they can be when searching for food or constructing elaborate nests. However, [...]
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Audubon’s Christmas Bird Count is a fun and rewarding way to contribute to science
In the United States alone, there are about 20 billion birds during the fall migratory season. That’s billion with a b. So, how do scientists and ornithologists count all these birds, look for trends and learn new things about populations? The answer is you! It’s impossible for a small group of scientists or even all [...]
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Tips for using water to attract more birds to your yard
There are three essential things that will attract birds to your yard: food, shelter and water. Everyone knows about bird feeders and birdhouses, but somehow the water element usually gets lost in the mix. Water is a key asset to have in your yard because it will attract all types of birds, even those that [...]
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80-year-old woman faces fines or jail time for feeding birds
I have very fond memories of going to Almansor Park in California with my mom when I was a small boy to give bread to the ducks and geese. Knowing what I know now about some of the consequences of feeding geese bread, I would have probably fed them something else or nothing at all. [...]
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We’re holding our first live Facebook discussion Saturday 11am CST
It’s that time of year again when the temperatures drop, the snow falls and the propensity to stay indoors is at its highest. Throughout the ups and downs of winter, our feathered friends still need our help more than ever. While some birds have migrated to warmer weather (unless you’re one of those lucky people [...]
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For the California Condor, recovery is slow and full of obstacles
This past summer I took a long road trip from the Northeast to Southern California and made some stops along the way at places that are key for birds. Deep into the journey, I found myself in one of the most amazing places I’ve ever been: the Grand Canyon. If you’re never been to the [...]
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