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Music production
fromConsequence
1 day ago

No, Geese Is Not a "Psy-Op"

Marketing practices in the music industry are often mischaracterized as psy-ops, when they are simply strategic efforts to reach more listeners.
Snowboarding
fromSnowBrains
1 day ago

"Sweeping Restructuring" of U.S. Forest Service Fuels Public Lands Concerns - SnowBrains

The U.S. Forest Service is undergoing a major restructuring, relocating headquarters and closing regional offices, which critics argue weakens its effectiveness.
OMG science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
2 days ago

The baffling ecological disaster that's killing America's freshwater mussels

Freshwater mussels use clever strategies to ensure their larvae are spread by fish, showcasing their unique reproductive adaptations.
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
2 days ago

The world ditched wasteful toilets, the US stayed behind

Toilet flushing methods in the US and Europe differ significantly, impacting water conservation efforts amid increasing water scarcity concerns.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Troubled Lake Erie is being transformed into a vast water research facility

Lake Erie still faces significant pollution challenges despite improvements, with increasing demand for clean water driving technological innovations in monitoring water quality.
#birdwatching
Pets
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

The most spotted birds in your local area - and how to help them

The Big Garden Birdwatch reveals significant declines in certain bird species while showing improvements in others, highlighting the impact of environmental factors.
Pets
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

The most spotted birds in your local area - and how to help them

The Big Garden Birdwatch reveals significant declines in certain bird species while showing improvements in others, highlighting the impact of environmental factors.
fromFuturism
3 days ago

Self-Driving Car Runs Down Mother Duck Taking Care of Her Eggs, Flees Scene

The vehicle came to complete and appropriate stops at all relevant stop signs. We will, however, continue to carefully analyze all related data to ensure a full understanding of the situation.
Toronto startup
US news
fromThe Washington Post
5 days ago

Parrot goes on underwater adventure in his custom-built submarine

Bebe the parakeet explores underwater in a homemade vessel, enjoying adventures with his owner, Steven Lawyer.
Philosophy
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

I'm worried there's too much of me,' says a birch: inside the interspecies council giving nature a voice

Interspecies councils expand governance representation to include non-human voices, promoting a shift in consciousness about our relations with nature.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

Why the RSPB is warning bird lovers to take down feeders this summer

Significant declines in UK's greenfinch and starling populations raise concerns, with starlings hitting record lows and greenfinches remaining two-thirds lower than 1979 levels.
#reproductive-rights
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago
Agriculture

Citizen 'Frog Patrol' helps amphibians survive a dangerous road journey in Poland

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting and community initiatives like Frog Patrol for wildlife protection.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
US politics

European cold snap increases the chances of spotting rare birds in the UK

Cold, unsettled European weather may bring more migratory fieldfare and redwing to the UK in winter 2026, boosting Big Garden Birdwatch sightings.
Agriculture
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

Citizen 'Frog Patrol' helps amphibians survive a dangerous road journey in Poland

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting and community initiatives like Frog Patrol for wildlife protection.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
5 days ago

Bird Strikes Mid-flight Are More Common Than You Think-Here's What Pilots Want You to Know

Pilots frequently encounter bird strikes, which can compromise safety and cause significant damage to aircraft.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

L.A.'s history-making wolf lands in Eastern Sierra. Miles pile up as she seeks forever home

A wolf has entered Inyo County, marking the first sighting in over 100 years, following its journey from Los Angeles County.
Science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 week ago

NASA's Artemis II nears the moon, oil trumps endangered species, and western U.S. asks, Where's the snow?'

NASA's Artemis II mission marks the first human lunar flyby in over 50 years, while the Endangered Species Committee exempts Gulf drilling from protections.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Golden eagles could be reintroduced to England after more than 150 years

Golden eagles may be reintroduced to England after 150 years of absence, supported by new funding and identified recovery zones.
fromGothamist
1 week ago

Rock it like a woodcock: This Bryant Park bogsucker is NYC's latest 'it bird'

"It's the way they walk. That's what the main attraction is," said self-described amateur birder Sheeba Garg, who traveled to Bryant Park specifically to see the American woodcock during its migration.
NYC music
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

Seabirds are dying in large numbers along California beaches

"They didn't even try to fly away. They just feebly made noise," a woman told the Santa Barbara Independent on Saturday after spotting over two dozen dead or dying cormorants near Goleta Beach. "A few were on their stomachs, wings spread [and] gasping for breath.... Heartbreaking."
Miami Marlins
Agriculture
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Take down bird feeders this summer to cut spread of avian disease, says RSPB

Feeding garden birds seeds and nuts in summer increases disease spread; RSPB recommends alternative protein sources instead.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Endangered salmon returned to Northern California, then the money dried up

The state is ending support for salmon restoration efforts, jeopardizing the reintroduction of winter-run Chinook to ancestral waters.
Pets
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Swifts spark joy!' Why these beautiful birds need our help and 10 ways to give it

Swifts are declining in population due to habitat loss and reduced insect availability, necessitating conservation efforts.
Environment
fromGothamist
1 week ago

It's nesting time for piping plovers, NYC's 'cotton balls with legs'

Piping plovers, an endangered species, nest on Rockaway Beach, facing threats from urban activity and environmental factors.
Pets
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Wily coyote? Urban canines take more risks compared with rural ones, study finds

Urban coyotes are less afraid of new stimuli and take more risks compared to rural coyotes, according to a study across multiple US sites.
Non-profit organizations
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

We cannot replace USAID, but we can do big things': conservation plots a future without American money

Liberia's eco-guard program, funded by USAID, faces collapse after the Trump administration dismantled the agency, threatening forest conservation and wildlife protection in one of Africa's most biodiverse regions.
#condors
Agriculture
fromKqed
3 weeks ago

Despite Protections, The California Condor Struggles | KQED

Condors are recovering in numbers but face ongoing challenges due to behavioral changes and lead exposure despite conservation efforts.
Agriculture
fromKqed
3 weeks ago

Despite Protections, The California Condor Struggles | KQED

Condors are recovering in numbers but face ongoing challenges due to behavioral changes and lead exposure despite conservation efforts.
Agriculture
fromKqed
3 weeks ago

Despite Protections, The California Condor Struggles | KQED

Condors are recovering in numbers but face ongoing challenges due to behavioral changes and lead exposure despite conservation efforts.
Agriculture
fromKqed
3 weeks ago

Despite Protections, The California Condor Struggles | KQED

Condors are recovering in numbers but face ongoing challenges due to behavioral changes and lead exposure despite conservation efforts.
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Thousands of seabirds dying on western Europe's coasts

Thousands of seabirds, primarily puffins, are washing up dead on Atlantic coasts due to severe winter storms, with populations already stressed by avian flu, food scarcity, and marine pollution.
#wildlife-conservation
Pets
fromNature
2 weeks ago

A Career in Wildlife Medicine Is Its Own Reward | Blog | Nature | PBS

Working as a Licensed Veterinary Technician at a zoo is rewarding, combining joy and challenges while contributing to wildlife conservation.
Pets
fromNature
2 weeks ago

A Career in Wildlife Medicine Is Its Own Reward | Blog | Nature | PBS

Working as a Licensed Veterinary Technician at a zoo is rewarding, combining joy and challenges while contributing to wildlife conservation.
#bird-flu-outbreak
#avian-influenza
NYC parents
fromHoodline
1 month ago

Coney Island Creek Turns Into Bird Graveyard As Flu Fears Mount

Dozens of dead birds washed ashore at Coney Island Creek Park, raising concerns about cleanup responsibility and potential disease spread from unremoved carcasses.
NYC parents
fromNews 12 - Default
1 month ago

Dozens of dead birds found along Coney Island shore as bird flu spreads

Dead birds discovered at Coney Island Creek Park pose health risks due to avian flu surge, but city complaint was canceled despite ongoing public health concerns.
#bird-migration
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Ontario to consolidate 36 conservation authorities into 9 | CBC News

Ontario will consolidate its 36 conservation authorities into nine across the province. Environment Minister Todd McCarthy says there will be no job losses as a result. He says the province listened to feedback after several town halls and 14,000 comments on its plan, which initially proposed having seven conservation authorities.
Canada news
SF politics
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

Environmental groups sue to stop Trump's water diversions in California

Trump's executive order diverts more federal water to Central Valley farmers, bypassing state officials and environmental protections, prompting lawsuits from environmental groups claiming violations of the Endangered Species Act.
OMG science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 month ago

We talked Hoppers science with a real-life beaver expert

Beaver researchers use drones, game cameras, and remote observation methods to study wild beavers, while robots and animal costumes remain largely fictional tools for scientific fieldwork.
fromFlowingData
1 month ago

Bird search patterns

A comprehensive analysis of Google search patterns related to birds explores what species people seek information about most frequently. The investigation spans six interconnected analyses examining bird variety, taxonomic classifications, information sharing behaviors, birder sighting correlations with search trends, regional popularity differences across states, and temporal patterns in search interest.
Data science
#rare-bird-sighting
Brooklyn
fromAol
1 month ago

Rare, majestic trumpeter swan spotted in NYC for first time -hangs out with fellow fowl

A rare Trumpeter Swan, never before recorded in New York City, has been spotted in Brooklyn's East River and Prospect Park, attracting significant attention from bird watchers and the public.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Rare, majestic trumpeter swan spotted in NYC for first time -hangs out with fellow fowl

A rare Trumpeter Swan, never before recorded in New York City, has been spotted in Brooklyn's East River and Prospect Park, attracting significant attention from bird watchers and the public.
Brooklyn
fromAol
1 month ago

Rare, majestic trumpeter swan spotted in NYC for first time -hangs out with fellow fowl

A rare Trumpeter Swan, never before recorded in New York City, has been spotted in Brooklyn's East River and Prospect Park, attracting significant attention from bird watchers and the public.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Rare, majestic trumpeter swan spotted in NYC for first time -hangs out with fellow fowl

A rare Trumpeter Swan, never before recorded in New York City, has been spotted in Brooklyn's East River and Prospect Park, attracting significant attention from bird watchers and the public.
Environment
fromKqed
4 weeks ago

California Condors Are Still Dying - Despite a Lead Ammo Ban | KQED

California's lead ammunition ban failed to reduce condor lead poisoning, with blood lead levels actually increasing after full implementation despite hunter compliance.
Coronavirus
fromCurbed
1 month ago

Bird Flu at Georgica Pond?

Hundreds of waterfowl have died at Georgica Pond this month, likely from H5N1 bird flu, with severe winter weather creating conditions for rapid viral spread among concentrated bird populations.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Accessible walks bring the joys of birding to people with mobility and other limitations

It's an opportunity for people to get out and see birds without pressure, no matter how long it takes or how many birds we see, said OBara, a retired nurse who has been leading the accessible outings for three years. She said disabled people often cannot keep up on traditional outings, especially when competitive birders are focused on checking off a list of the greatest possible number of species.
Skiing
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Small changes in how we garden can make a big difference to birds | Letter

Around a third of UK gardeners use pesticides, and our studies found that house sparrow numbers, for example, were nearly 40% lower in gardens where the pesticide metaldehyde was used. By reducing pesticide use, you can actively encourage birds back into your outdoor spaces, as they rely on invertebrates such as slugs and snails as natural prey.
Pets
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Countries can rewild borders to deter invasions, says EU environment chief

Rewilding land borders with natural vegetation and wetlands deters invasion while enhancing biodiversity and national security through environmental restoration.
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 month ago

The surprising science behind why daylight saving time is good for wildlife

Animals' risk of becoming roadkill depends on several factors, including how many vehicles are on the road, how many animals are on the road, and how animals and human drivers behave, explains Tom Langen, a professor of biology at Clarkson University, who studies animal-vehicle collisions. DST can minimize these collisions, however.
Pets
New York City
fromUntapped New York
1 year ago

An Original Penn Station Eagle Lives at the National Zoo in D.C. - Untapped New York

A Tennessee pink marble eagle from the original Penn Station stands outside the Smithsonian National Zoo, one of 22 eagles dispersed after the station's demolition.
Agriculture
fromWIRED
1 month ago

Don't Risk Birdwatching FOMO-Put Out Your Hummingbird Feeders Now

March marks the return of migratory hummingbirds from Central and South America, making it ideal to set up maintained nectar feeders to support their energy needs after their long journey.
Board games
fromBoard Game Quest
2 months ago

Wingspan: Americas Expansion

Wingspan: Americas Expansion adds hummingbird-focused mechanics, a hummingbird deck and boards, new birds, and a garden display across the Americas.
fromFOX Weather
1 month ago

See it: Injured bald eagle floating on ice in Hudson River rescued by NYPD

Video showed officers Michael Russo and Patrick Memi along with Sargeant Michael Amello and Detective Nicholas Martin in their boat pulling up to the eagle on the river. The bird was screeching in distress as the officers used a pole to keep the ice chunk near their boat and worked to catch the animal. "His claw's bleeding, too," one of the officers said as they grabbed a catch pole and carefully put it over the bird's body.
New York City
US news
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Officials investigating after dead sea ducks found dumped at N.H. welcome center

Eleven sea ducks were dumped at a New Hampshire welcome center; officials are investigating a potential Wanton Waste Law violation and seeking information.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

We feel kinda bad when a solo bird shows up': Canada sees its first European robin but how did it get there?

On a quiet Montreal street of low-rise brick apartment buildings on one side and cement barrier wall on the other, a crowd has gathered, binoculars around their necks and cameras at the ready. A European robin has taken up residence in the neighbourhood, which is sandwiched between two industrial areas with warehouses and railway lines and, a few blocks away, port facilities on the St Lawrence River.
Miscellaneous
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

Why crow populations are higher than ever in San Francisco

American crow numbers in San Francisco have surged to an all-time high, reaching 3,260 in the recent Christmas Bird Count, reflecting strong urban adaptation.
Science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
2 months ago

Go bird-watching this weekend and support a global community science project

The Great Backyard Bird Count invites people worldwide to observe, identify, and report birds February 13–16 to help monitor global bird populations.
#bald-eagle
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago
Science

Americans Are Uniquely Infatuated With Bald Eagles. Too Bad Most of Us Have No Idea What They're Actually Like.

fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago
Science

Americans Are Uniquely Infatuated With Bald Eagles. Too Bad Most of Us Have No Idea What They're Actually Like.

fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

We thought they would ignore us': how humans are changing the way raptors behave

Many people look up to admire the silhouette of raptors, some of the planet's largest birds, soaring through seemingly empty skies. But increasingly, research shows us that this fascination runs both ways. From high above, these birds are watching us too. Thanks to the development of tiny GPS tracking devices attached to their bodies, researchers are getting millions of data points on the day-to-day lives of these apex predators of the skies, giving us greater insight into where they hunt and rest.
Environment
fromwww.ocregister.com
1 month ago

Shrinking North American bird population is getting worse faster. Experts blame agriculture, warming

Nearly half of the 261 species studied showed big enough losses in numbers to be statistically significant and more than half of those declining are seeing their losses accelerate since 1987, according to Thursday's journal Science. The study is the first to look at more than the total bird population by examining the trends in their decrease, where they are shrinking the most and what the declines are connected to.
Environment
Environment
fromThe Oaklandside
2 months ago

An endangered seabird gets help from the East Bay Parks - and a small army of volunteers

Volunteer restoration using sparse ground cover and crushed oyster shells supports recovery of the endangered California least tern by improving nesting conditions and predator visibility.
#wildlife-crossings
Environment
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

White storks to return to London after centuries

White storks and beavers will be reintroduced to Barking and Dagenham parks to establish breeding populations and restore native urban wildlife.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

We are hopeful': small signs of recovery for Scotland's rare capercaillie bird

Capercaillie numbers in parts of the Scottish Highlands show promising recovery due to targeted habitat management and conservation interventions.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

How extreme flooding in Somerset has created birdlife winners and losers

Severe winter floods create winners (gulls, lapwings) and losers (barn owls), and increasing extreme weather threatens long-term bird survival.
Environment
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Forests Are Steadily Crawling North, Satellite Imagery Shows

Boreal forests are shifting northward and expanding due to warming, altering carbon sequestration potential and increasing young forest cover.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

A beaver blind date': animals given freedom to repopulate Cornish rivers

Beavers have been legally released into an English river system for the first time, with reintroductions aiming to establish self-sustaining populations and improve ecosystems.
Environment
fromArchDaily
2 months ago

World Wetlands Day 2026: Integrating Traditional Knowledge for Climate Resilience

Wetlands provide critical biodiversity, ecosystem services, and livelihoods, while traditional ecological knowledge fosters resilient human–wetland relationships amid growing threats.
Environment
fromKqed
2 months ago

How Did the Newt Cross the Road? With Help From These Volunteers, Carefully | KQED

Volunteer counts document tens of thousands of newt roadkills on Alma Bridge Road; studies show nearly 40% seasonal mortality, risking local population extinction within decades.
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