Culture

Carl Safina Makes a Case for Anthropomorphism
July 09, 2015 — The marine biologist’s latest book uses science to show that animals, like people, have complex inner lives.
Books
Skeleton Crew: The Bones and Bodies Behind RISD's Nature Lab
June 26, 2015 — For 78 years, the Edna Lawrence Nature Lab at the Rhode Island School of Design has given art students a place to inspect—and draw inspiration from—the natural world.
Arts & Sciences
Reimagining the Band-Tailed Pigeon
June 26, 2015 — Artist Harry Campbell challenges himself with a new subject.
Illustrated Aviary
Dare to Bare Your Bird Tattoo
June 26, 2015 — Check out the winning skin art from this year's Biggest Week warbler fest.
Photos
Encountering the Forest, One Tree at a Time
June 19, 2015 — To understand Jason Covert's work, you need to get close.
Jurassic World's Dinosaurs Roar to Life, Thanks to Bird Calls
June 16, 2015 — The Velociraptor's creepy hiss is actually a chittery penguin. Listen to the bird calls that became dino voices.
News
Excerpt: Fastest Things on Wings
June 12, 2015 — With an orphaned Anna’s Hummingbird chick starting to go cold, a wildlife rescuer tries desperately to save it.
Books
Adapt, Adapt, Adapt
June 11, 2015 — The American Museum of Natural History’s latest exhibit reveals the power of natural selection.
Avian Alchemy
June 05, 2015 — To unleash the true nature of the beast, Cheryl Medow fuses bird photography with landscapes.
Review: The Shepherd’s Life
June 02, 2015 — In his new memoir, James Rebanks exposes the primal relationship a shepherd has with the land.
Books