In May 2020, Christian Cooper was bird-watching in Central Park when his life was changed forever. Simply trying to catch the sight of some of the 200 species that live there, the now 59-year-old ended up being caught in a racially charged attack. After Cooper asked a woman to … [Read more...] about Wrongfully accused bird watcher gets his own TV show
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Documenting glossy black cockatoos return after bushfires
After enduring a few years of summer bushfires, particularly between 2019 and 2020, the glossy black cockatoo (or “glossies”) population in the Southern Highlands of New South Wales is struggling. To help bolster the threatened bird species’ chances of survival, the state … [Read more...] about Documenting glossy black cockatoos return after bushfires
Stuck indoors? Here are 7 ways to introduce more nature into your routine
We all know that spending time in nature is good for our physical and mental health, but between work and family commitments, it can be tough to find time in your day to soak in the great outdoors. Fortunately, there are simple ways you can work more nature into your life each … [Read more...] about Stuck indoors? Here are 7 ways to introduce more nature into your routine
This app recognizes bird songs in the name of conservation
Our world has lost a third of bird populations since 1970, but unlike elephants and pandas which are constantly referenced in discussions surrounding species loss, many people don’t even realize how quickly avian species are disappearing. Fortunately, the Cornell Lab of … [Read more...] about This app recognizes bird songs in the name of conservation
Tweet tweet! Study finds birds are linked to happiness levels
If you find yourself happier around singing birds, you’re not alone. A new study from the German Center for Integrative Biodiversity Research indicates being around greater bird biodiversity is actually linked to greater happiness levels amongst people. To come to this … [Read more...] about Tweet tweet! Study finds birds are linked to happiness levels