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Sage Grouse

The extraordinary world of birds in the genus Centrocercus... poison-eating, flamboyantly displaying birds of the American West.

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Cooperative Breeding in Birds

Learn how and why some birds rely on cooperation to get their genes into the next generation. This is the behavior of cooperative breeding, where birds team up to raise chicks in a group setting.

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From the Field: Birding Nepal and Bhutan

Ivan describes his birding experiences in the Himalayan countries of Nepal and Bhutan.

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From the Field: Birds and Birding in Vietnam and Cambodia

Recorded in a hotel room in China, Ivan shares his recent birding and travel experiences in the countries of Vietnam and Cambodia.

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From the Field: How My Life Became All About Birds

From a jungle cabin in Vietnam, Ivan tells the tale of how he created a career centered on birds and birding.

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Mergansers

Of all the ducks in the world, mergansers are the species that depend the most on fish. Not surprisingly, they’re excellent divers and swimmers.

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Bird Habitat: Rocky Shores and Sandy Beaches

Explore how these dynamic habitats shape the lives of coastal birds, from their feeding and nesting behaviors to the conservation challenges they face

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The Common Kingfisher

Learn all about the unique behaviors, lifestyle, and adaptations of the Common Kingfisher, one of Eurasia's most beloved birds.

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The Evolution of Feathers

Explore the fascinating evolution of feathers, from their humble beginnings in the earliest dinosaurs to the intricate structures that enable flight in modern birds.

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