Mystery in the Skies: Tragic Demise of Christchurch Priory’s Peregrine Falcons
Christchurch Priory became a temporary home to peregrine falcons, capturing community interest with their presence and nesting activities. The female falcon arrived first, followed by the appearance of three eggs,…
Florida’s Coastal Symphony: The Hidden Lives of Nesting Birds
St. Augustine, Florida, serves as a critical nesting site for spoonbills, egrets, and herons each spring, highlighting nature’s resilience. The rookery, located among mangroves and inlets, becomes a vibrant nursery…
The Mystery of the “Stinkbird”: Unraveling the Secrets of the Hoatzin
The hoatzin, found in the Amazon and Orinoco rainforests, is known for its peculiar appearance and behavior. It features a distinctive mohican crest, blue face, red eyes, and emits a…
Mystery Illness Outbreak: The Backyard Bird Culprit Lurking in Plain Sight
A salmonella outbreak linked to backyard poultry is affecting individuals nationwide, highlighting the hidden risks of raising chickens and ducks. The outbreak in Grand Junction, Colorado, underscores that even innocent-seeming…
The Avian Oasis: Discovering ‘For the Birds’ New Sanctuary in Chardon
"For the Birds," a renowned wild bird feeding shop, has relocated to 209 Center Street in Chardon. The grand opening celebrated owner Steve Humpal's deep passion for birds, nurtured on…
The Pulse-Pounding Drama of ‘On the Run’: Why Your Favorite Heroes Are Splintering
'On the Run' offers a chaotic, action-packed narrative, driven by the protagonists' personal trials. Kelly Thompson skillfully intertwines multiple storylines, creating authentic dialogues and character expressions. While the heroes shine,…
The Surprising Ways Ohio Residents Can Protect Migratory Birds This Season
Ohio hosts millions of migratory birds annually, encountering human-made threats such as artificial lights and window reflections. The Ohio Lights Out campaign urges residents to reduce outdoor lighting between 11…
The Silent Intruder in the Everglades: How Mercury Poisons the Cape Sable Seaside Sparrow’s Chances
The Cape Sable seaside sparrow, found in Florida's Everglades, faces critical threats, with fewer than 2,500 remaining. Mercury contamination, seeping into the sparrow's diet, threatens its survival by drastically reducing…
Meet the Lethal Feathered Wonders of New Guinea’s Rainforests
The regent whistler and rufous-naped bellbird from New Guinea are covered in vivid, neurotoxic feathers containing batrachotoxin, a powerful toxin also found in poison dart frogs. Batrachotoxin keeps sodium channels…
Inside the Battle to Keep Portland’s Skies Safe: The Unseen Wildlife Guardians of PDX
A dedicated wildlife management team at Portland International Airport, led by Nick Atwell, safeguards both aircraft and birds along the Pacific Flyway. The team uses innovative tools like green lasers,…