What is the future of bird conservation in the face of global change?

Birds provide humans with pleasure, joy, and spiritual inspiration merely by their presence. Perhaps most importantly, birds are also excellent indicators of ... Bird owners should immediately contact their veterinarian or call the USDA toll-free hotline (866-536-7593) to report sick birds, including backyard flocks and ... Mar 19, 2021 ... It's the result of a very strong instinct that hasn't been able to adapt to a man-made object. This activity can go on for months, and well ... The answer probably lies in a combination of things: their small size, the fact they can eat a lot of different foods and their ability to fly. When you notice stress bars on your birds feathers, it's a sign something is amiss and you need to get to the bottom of it. Without the appropriate care, stress ... In this article, we discuss some common misconceptions related to birds: classification, characteristics, behavior, and interaction with humans. Bird Flu (Avian Influenza). Avian influenza, commonly called “bird flu,” is a viral infection that spreads in birds, cows and other animals. It can sometimes ... Birders with active bird feeders often note that birds seem to maintain a schedule, arriving at the same time every day. For example, the northern cardinal ... Jan 31, 2019 ... Chicago is shuddering. With temperatures dropping down to -20 degrees Fahrenheit (colder, with the windchill), school is canceled, museums are closed. Feb 2, 2025 ... "I would say that any modern biologist would, or should, say that birds are reptiles," Martin Stervander, an evolutionary biologist and senior curator of birds ...