Dec 30

Perspectives

To Save Migratory Birds, ABC Goes Where the Birds Go

ABC’s Migratory Bird Program identifies the challenges birds face—wherever they travel—and implements solutions where they will make the most impact.… Read more >>

Dec 30

Perspectives

A Life Shaped by Bird Migration

As we bid farewell to 2016, ABC President George Fenwick recounts his many experiences with migratory birds, and introduces a new ABC initiative to help save migratory birds. … Read more >>

Dec 21

Perspectives

Cuba Welcomes Migratory Birds (and Ecotourists)

Cuba is home to 373 bird species—including many that migrate from North America and elsewhere, and some that are found nowhere else on Earth.… Read more >>

Nov 18

Perspectives

'Cat Wars' Issues a Call to Action for the Birds of North America

Peter P. Marra, coauthor of the new book, says free-roaming cats are an urgent problem for bird conservation and public health.… Read more >>

Nov 14

News, Perspectives

Calling All Birders: It's Time to Organize

An Open Letter to ABC Members and Everyone who Loves Birds: ABC is nonpartisan, but we are very concerned about the impact that recent political changes could have on bird conservation moving forward. Although the environment was not a major campaign issue in this election, if you love birds—regardless of… Read more >>

Sep 07

Perspectives

Margaret Atwood's New Graphic Novel Stresses Dangers of Letting Cats Roam Outdoors

Science and conservation play a role in the Canadian author's new graphic novel, Angel Catbird, which features a character who is part owl, cat, and human.… Read more >>

Aug 26

Perspectives

High-Stakes Existence for Hummingbirds, Sparkling Jewels of the Americas

The Americas are home to 365 species of hummingbirds. What makes them so special?… Read more >>

Aug 16

Perspectives

At 100, Migratory Bird Treaty More Essential Than Ever

The Migratory Bird Treaty, adopted on this day 100 years ago, set a standard for international cooperation that we still follow today.… Read more >>

Aug 15

Perspectives

Celebrating the Migratory Bird Treaty, a Pact That Transcends Borders

A century after the treaty was signed, migratory birds still need our protection. … Read more >>

Jul 23

Perspectives

Hummingbirds 101: An Expert Explains the Dynamos of the Bird World

"Hummingbirds do just have a way of obsessing you," says Sheri L. Williamson. "They’re so fascinating, they’re so diverse, and there’s still so much we don’t know about them."… Read more >>