Birds

Why are there so few pigeons in St. Louis? New research from Washington University attributes it to urban design.

Artificial intelligence could help scientists and state conservationists count waterfowl more quickly and accurately, according to a new study.

Owen and Quentin Reiser spent a calendar year traveling across the U.S. to identify as many bird species as possible.

In North America, up to 10 billion birds fly up to 20,000 miles round trip each spring and fall.

An ornithologist spent four decades tracking 40,000 bird deaths at a single building. His records paved the way to better scientific and public understanding.

The annual “Great Backyard Bird Count” asks people to track the birds they see and hear over a few days. The information can help researchers better understand bird populations and whether species are declining.

Two lead-poisoned bald eagles were recently euthanized at the World Bird Sanctuary after efforts to save them failed.

More than a third of Americans age 16 and up are considered bird-watchers — a figure that has more than doubled since 2016.

In North America, up to 10 billion birds fly up to 20,000 miles round-trip each spring and fall.

Listener-funded effort will help prevent glass strikes for migratory birds at STLPR’s home in Grand Center.