Urban birds stay up significantly later than their rural counterparts, according to research that highlights the impact of light pollution on wildlife. The study, based on recordings submitted by bird enthusiasts to a popular species identification and mapping website, showed that light pollution caused birds to sing for an average of 50 minutes longer each […]
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Researchers Reveal Surprising Findings From Bird Droppings on Crops
Farmers and consumers alike have long worried that any trace of bird droppings on lettuce spells disaster for our salads. New research suggests that fear might be overblown. Tiny spots from small birds, it turns out, aren’t as hazardous as many believed, offering a bit of relief to growers who want to keep wildlife around […]
Shout out to my peeps!
If you happen to be a small bird living in the city, you’re facing a big dilemma. Online dating and electronic security systems aren’t an option—you’re responsible for finding a mate and protecting your own territory. You do this by singing. But the metroplex is loud; sometimes Gotham’s growl of traffic, heavy machinery, and other […]