News and commentary about the varied ways that people watch birds, as well as stories about bird art and films. Plus, summaries of the latest issues of BirdWatching magazine.
The president of France prepares to endorse an outrageous plan for bird poaching. Plus, updates on bird names, Audubon’s union, NYC’s Barred Owl & more. Read More “Bird poaching planned in France and more recent birding news”
The feeding restrictions from Massachusetts to Kentucky are no longer in place. Read More “Restrictions on bird feeding lifted after avian illness dissipates”
The 17-year FWS employee was the manager of Humboldt Bay National Wildlife Refuge when he died on United Flight 93. Read More “Fish and Wildlife Service remembers refuge manager Rich Guadagno”
Organizers hope the project ‘will help foster a more personal connection and stewardship of the environment as a whole.’ Read More “Terra devices offer the chance to listen to your backyard birds”
Here’s a mix of tributes to the owl from across her Twitter fan base. Read More “10 heartwarming tweets about Barry the Barred Owl”
Florida’s J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge on Sanibel Island will be the first national wildlife refuge to expand its accessibility initiatives to include a … Read More “Refuge to unveil scope for colorblind visitors”
A survey of our readers sparked an answer and question about an endangered bird on the popular game show. Read More “BirdWatchingDaily was a source for Jeopardy!“
Film follows the story of Monty and Rose and the hundreds of volunteers who have protected them. Read More “Debut set for Piping Plover documentary”
It’s possible that a fungus or toxins that built up in the cicadas negatively impacts birds, according to an ecologist with the Smithsonian Migratory Bird Center. Read More “Cicadas may be connected to bird mortality, ecologist says”
