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September 29, 2016

The South Hills Crossbill Is Evolving in a Seriously Bizarre Way

The South Hills Crossbill Is Evolving in a Seriously Bizarre Way

In the pine forests of Idaho, a bird called the South Hills crossbill is waging one seriously bizarre evolutionary war. The post The South Hills Crossbill Is Evolving in a Seriously Bizarre Way appeared first on WIRED.

Can You Teach an Old Mockingbird New Songs?

Can You Teach an Old Mockingbird New Songs?

Mockingbirds are master mimickers who evolved to copy the calls of their fellow birds. And sometimes car alarms. The post Can You Teach an Old Mockingbird New Songs? appeared first on WIRED.

The Future of Wildlife Conservation Is … an Electronic Vulture Egg

The Future of Wildlife Conservation Is … an Electronic Vulture Egg

Fancy new sensors can upend the way conservationists do their research, as long as the lights and clicks and whirs don't spook the animals away. The post The Future of Wildlife Conservation Is ... an Electronic Vulture Egg appeared first on WIRED.

November 9, 2015

These Birds Aren’t in Trouble—It’s Just Science in Action

These Birds Aren’t in Trouble—It’s Just Science in Action

Todd R. Forsgren's images may be shocking, but they are actually an important and necessary part of conservation.

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October 21, 2015

These Lovely Birds Do More Than Sing—They Sleep Around

These Lovely Birds Do More Than Sing—They Sleep Around

North America's most beautiful singer may have a problem.

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