Ornithology
Extinct bullfinch species discovered in the Azores
An international team of scientists has discovered the bones of a now-extinct bullfinch species in the Azores.
31/07/2017
Ornithology
The latest research into bird ecology, behaviour and and evolution.
Ornithology
Seaside Sparrows at risk from increasing predators and rising seas
New research has found that increasing predator numbers and rising sea levels put the squeeze on breeding Seaside Sparrows.
13/07/2017
Ornithology
Research: Bobolink feathers reveal the species' winter diet
A new study using a unique approach has determined what the declining migratory grassland species Bobolink eats after it heads south for...
02/07/2017
Ornithology
Research: Global warming risk for wildlife in prime habitats
Animals living in areas that are ideally suited to their species’ needs have less chance of coping with climate change, new research...
17/06/2017
Taxonomy
Research: Song diversity hints at Hermit Thrush's evolutionary past
A new study has provided the first thorough overview of geographic variation in Hermit Thrush song structure and its evolution.
12/06/2017
Ornithology
Radar reveals steep declines in Kauai's seabird populations
A new study from The Condor: Ornithological Applications has concluded that populations of two endangered seabirds, Hawaiian Petrel and the...
09/06/2017
Ornithology
Migratory birds can't keep pace with spring
The arrival of North American migrant birds has evolved to coincide with the onset of spring, but recent eBird data indicate that such...
28/05/2017
Ornithology
Swamphens signal dominance with fleshy faces
What's in a face? In addition to their plumage, Australasian Swamphens convey information about their status through their faces.
22/05/2017
Ornithology
Male birds adjust courtship behaviour based on social context
A new study, published in The Auk: Ornithological Advances, explores how male Dark-eyed Juncos adjust their courtship behaviour to their...
20/05/2017
Migration
Geolocators reveal Connecticut Warblers' amazing migration
A new study has revealed the monumental transoceanic feats of Connecticut Warblers during autumn migration.
16/05/2017
Ornithology
Male body mass is crucial to Wandering Albatross' future survival
A new study has suggested that the body condition of male Wandering Albatrosses will play a big part in the species' continued survival.
14/05/2017
Ornithology
Tracking devices significantly burden migrant warblers
A new study has found that geolocators negatively impact the chances that migrant Cerulean Warblers will complete their migrations and...
06/05/2017
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