Bird migration is one of nature’s great wonders. Here’s how they do it.May 05, 2021 – Some fly 11 days nonstop. Others trek 8,000 miles. Each year, thousands of bird species leave home in search of food.
Why birds prefer wealthy neighborhoods in South AfricaJune 03, 2019 – It's the first time this so-called "luxury effect" has been confirmed outside of Europe, the United States, and Australia.
This Is Why Birds Are Key to ConservationDecember 26, 2017 – Why National Geographic is launching the Year of the Bird
Can Tagged Birds Predict Coming Earthquakes?June 26, 2018 – A program called ICARUS will monitor their reactions from the International Space Station.
Three billion birds have been lost in North America since 1970September 19, 2019 – Due to habitat loss, pesticides, and more, North America’s springs are more silent than ever.
The Epic Journeys of Migratory BirdsFebruary 06, 2018 – We’re learning more about what they endure as they fly thousands of miles—and how humans and climate change are making it tougher for them.
Egret Sunrise Image | National Geographic Your Shot Photo of the DayAn egret hunts at sunrise in this National Geographic Your Shot Photo of the Day.
Industrial Farming a Cause of Plummeting Bird PopulationsSeptember 06, 2018 – Since 1980 the number of birds that typically inhabit Europe’s farmlands has shrunk by 55 percent.
These birds are one of the rare animals that hide to mateNovember 20, 2018 – Besides humans, few species hide sexual activity. Arabian babblers are one such species; keeping mating private may preserve the peace.
Trinidad's Dazzling National Bird Is Served Up as Bush MeatAugust 07, 2018 – As the government works to protect the scarlet ibis from its own citizens, it has increased poaching fines a hundredfold.
Ancient bird foot found in amber has bizarrely long toesJuly 11, 2019 – The fossilized limb from Myanmar has feet unlike anything seen in any other bird, living or dead.
A Feast of FeathersNovember 23, 2022 – This stunning and colorful array of species, from peafowl to pheasants, are often hunted for our consumption. But take a moment to appreciate their diversity and beauty.
Bavarians vote to save bugs and birds—and change farmingFebruary 13, 2019 – In the face of plummeting insect and bird populations, citizens in the south German state are trying to make farmers preserve habitat.
An awkward bird symbolizes the fight over America's WestDecember 07, 2018 – The plight of the goofy, not-so-smart sage grouse is a reflection of the tense debate about how to balance land use and preservation.
50 Birds, 50 StatesBarry the bald eagle soars from coast to coast to meet state birds and learn about their homes. Each episode is an animated rap music video focusing on the big cities, history, landmarks, and significant geographical areas of each state.