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Ruff courtship a matter of genes
(Phys.org) —A Simon Fraser University biologist who has spent three decades studying the ruff, a migratory shorebird, has found that its distinct approaches to courtship and mating are governed by genes and not influenced by environmental factors.
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Small birds capitalize on weather patterns during epic migrations
(Phys.org) —In one of the greatest feats of endurance in the biological world, millions of tiny songbirds—many weighing less than an ounce—migrate thousands of miles to Central and South America each year. Now scientists are finding out how these fe
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Electromagnetic noise leaves birds lost in migration, study reports
Radio waves disrupt the magnetic 'compass' in robins, according to a study published on Wednesday that is likely to fuel debate about the safety of electronic devices.
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Study reveals shock-absorbing ability of woodpecker beaks
(Phys.org) —A team of researchers at Mississippi State University has found that the beaks of woodpeckers are constructed in such a way as to help dissipate energy. In their paper published in Journal of the Royal Society Interface, the team describes t
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'Teenage' songbirds experience high mortality due to many causes, study finds
Nearly one-third of songbird species across North America are experiencing long-term declines. Scientists have spent years researching potential causes for these population declines, focusing on the birds when they have just hatched as well as when they a
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New Bird Flu IDed in Penguins | The Scientist Magazine®
Scientists have identified for the first time an avian influenza that infects penguins.
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A Boldface Guest List for Bird Week
The Cornell Lab of Ornithology says these 15 species will most likely pass through New York City this week.
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It's Not Just Wind Turbines and Oil Spills—Solar Power Kills Birds, Too
When it comes to energy harvesting, our avian friends just can't catch a break.
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It's Not Just Wind Turbines and Oil Spills—Solar Power Kills Birds, Too
When it comes to energy harvesting, our avian friends just can't catch a break.
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Lawsuit Launched to Protect Rare Black-backed Woodpeckers in California, Oregon, S. Dakota : Indybay
SAN FRANCISCO— The Center for Biological Diversity and the John Muir Project of Earth Island Institute on April 2 filed a formal notice of intent to sue the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service over the agency’s failure to protect black-backed woodpeckers u
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11 masterfully painted eggs, straight from the bird
Easter may bring on a riot of festively decorated eggs, but birds mastered the art long ago.
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Top 25 Wild Bird Photographs of the Week #64
Kingfishers, fish-eagles, orioles, flycatchers, lovebirds, wagtails, bush-shrikes, broadbills, bee-eaters, and laughing-thrushes… A fantastic collection of wild bird photographs that sets the standard for 2014! All these photographers need to be commend
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6 must-see winter bird cams
Whether you're looking for an exciting glimpse into a bald eagle nest or a sunny escape from your winter woes, these live feeds are sure to entertain.
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Top 25 Wild Bird Photographs of the Week #62
Screamers, rollers, flycatchers, cock-on-the-rock, white-eyes, bee-eaters and sunbirds. Sounds like kinds of people that enjoy roller-coasters?! We need to do everything we can to make sure that our children get to see, hear and photograph birds in the wi
