Oology is the study of bird eggs. It also refers to the study of bird nests and breeding behavior. Oology can also refer to the hobby of egg collecting, which is illegal in many locations. Early scientific ornithological study often involved collecting birds by shooting them to study their...

Today's flashy new shorebird is known for breeding in remote parts of Siberia -- it's the Siberian Sand-Plover! The Siberian Sand-Plover, known by several other names, including the Lesser Sand Plover, is a small, chunky wading bird that breeds in the high-altitude tundra of Siberia and Central...

Monday, September 1st will mark the 100 year anniversary of the death of Martha, the last of her species, the Passenger Pigeon. With her death our planet lost another species forever to extinction. This week we'd like to share some of the commemorative events and educational opportunities...

The Green Jay (Cyanocorax yncas) is a vibrant jewel among birds, with its dazzling array of green, blue, black, and yellow feathers. Native to the tropical regions of Central and South America, and spotted as far north as the southern tips of Texas, the...