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In 1880, teacher Wells Cooke began writing down when migrating birds arrived; 90 years later, the project had left millions of records scientists still use todayWells W. Cooke began recording bird migration dates in 1880 using index cards and a network of volunteers. This initiative expanded into a ...- Rosita Corey was a Massachusetts schoolteacher who recorded spring bird arrivals for decades; her old notes now help show that some birds are arriving about 7 days earlierRosita Corey’s birdwatching records reveal significant changes in spring migration timing for various species. Migratory birds in Concord, ...
- Since 1960s, Britain’s European turtle doves have suffered an almost 99% population decline. In 2026, 30 birds were released to restore the speciesBritain’s European turtle dove population has fallen by 98% since the late 1960s and early 1970s. In 2026, conservationists released 30 bir...
- For centuries, nobody knew where disappearing birds went; then in 1822, one wounded stork returned to Germany carrying a bizarre clue from AfricaA stork found in Germany in 1822 carried an African arrow through its neck. This discovery provided crucial early evidence for bird migrati...
- In 1987, Denmark launched restoration of 2,200 hectares around the Skjern River. 19 years later, SPA status arrived in 2006 as wildlife returned to the restored wetlandsDenmark restored the Skjern River wetlands after agricultural decline and pollution. The project re-meandered over twenty kilometers of riv...
- In 2002, Shattuck Chemical agreed to pay $1.25 million for restoration of South Platte River following years of chemical release. 10 years later, the river was restored for migratory birds and native speciesHazardous substances near Shattuck Chemical Company prompted a settlement for restoration projects. Funds supported habitat improvements al...
- In 1964, an Australian couple camped on a North Queensland island; their decades-long campaign helped a pigeon colony recover from under 2,000 birds to more than 40,000In 1965, Margaret and Arthur Thorsborne initiated a bird count that has become one of the most enduring wildlife studies globally. Their un...
- In 1934, a New York socialite bought the Pennsylvania mountain where hunters shot hundreds of hawks; the killing stopped almost overnightRosalie Edge established Hawk Mountain Sanctuary after seeing a photograph of dead hawks. This sanctuary holds the world's oldest continuou...
- Canada's birds have been shrinking since the 1970s as insect populations collapsed by more than 60%, scientists foundA groundbreaking study reveals a stark 60% decline in insects at Canada's Long Point Bird Observatory since the 1970s, directly impacting t...
- Why do birds keep hitting your window every spring, and how to make it stopSpring sees male birds aggressively attacking windows, mistaking their reflections for rivals. This territorial behavior, driven by breedin...
- Sky turns dark: Thousands of crows circle Tel Aviv, sparking ominous warningsThousands of crows suddenly covered the sky over Tel Aviv and shocked many people. Videos spread fast online and some users called it a bad...
- Why Do Birds Keep Crashing Into New York’s Glass Towers at Night? The Answer Is Stranger Than It LooksMillions of migratory birds face danger in New York City annually due to collisions with buildings, primarily caused by deceptive glass str...
- 1.2 Billion Birds Took to the Skies in One Night—Radar Reveals a Record Migration SurgeWeather radar has revealed an astonishing sight. On a single autumn night, an estimated 1.2 billion birds took to the skies over North Amer...
- Migration Interrupted: Climate Change Is Altering the Routes Birds Have Followed for MillenniaMigratory birds face new challenges as climate change alters their ancient journeys. Rising temperatures and unpredictable weather disrupt ...
- Sweden’s great moose migration captivates global viewers on 24/7 livestream; here’s how you can watch itSweden’s annual moose migration is once again drawing worldwide attention as millions tune in to watch the peaceful 24/7 livestream. Broadc...
- What happened when 1,000 birds died in one night in front of a house in Chicago?A mass death of birds was reported in Chicago on October 4. Along with Houston and Dallas, Chicago is considered dangerous for migratory bi...
- Migrating birds travel faster in spring: StudyMigrating birds fly faster and put more effort into staying on course in spring than in fall, racing to arrive to their breeding grounds as...
- Flamingoes spotted in Madurai after a decadeThe city woke up to the beautiful sight of flamingoes flying above the Thiruparankundram tank on Saturday.
- 'Blue worms' Meghalaya's new findA new species of migratory worms, 'blue worms', has been discovered in Meghalaya, which is considered a biodiversity hotspot. The species w...
- British Columbia: How to discover the changing seasonsSpring is an enchanting time of year in British Columbia. Thanks to the province’s varying climates.
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