Citizen science has allowed regular citizens to participate in data collection as well as expanded biodiversity monitoring.

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Joan Strassmann can rattle off trivia about birds as quickly as a Peregrine falcon can blast through the sky. Did you know that Northern flickers coax their young to leave their nests by continuously ...

What makes Listers approachable and fun is the setup of two novice birders, brothers Quentin and Owen Reiser, entering the world of competitive birdwatching. They set off on a “Big Year,” which is ...

My journey into birdwatching began more as sociology than ornithology. A few years ago, I noticed an old classmate from high school, whom I’d known as a burly, bearded “drink and fight” type, posting ...

A new study finds people who have nature-based experiences report better well-being and lower psychological distress than those who do not. Birdwatching in particular yielded promising results, with ...

One minute you’re young, carefree, and hanging out at the bar with friends. The next, you’re crouched in the woods with a pair of binoculars and trying to spot the elusive scrub jay. While the ...

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The multicolored tanager, a small bird that lives only in the mountains of Colombia, is a draw for birdwatchers. Deep in a forest in the Andes, high atop a tall tree, there’s a quick, colorful flash ...

Birdwatching in your backyard is fun, but going to designated areas for the activity can be even more rewarding. You can easily immerse yourself in the great outdoors with the right equipment. We’ve ...

Free bilingual birdwatching event at Idaho wildlife refuge celebrates Latino Conservation Week, making nature accessible to ...