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The Cornell Lab of Ornithology is a world leader in the study, appreciation, and conservation of birds and biodiversity. birds.cornell.edu/home/ (White-breasted Nuthatch by Hannah Criswell / Macaulay Library)

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Cornell Lab of Ornithology @cornellbirds.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Dudley Edmondson has created a biodiverse space that's a magnet for regional birds & a favorite stopover for migrants along the Great Lakes. As a professional author & photographer he'll inspire us with his imagery & stories of his favorite visitors. RSVP: cornell.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Gray and cream bird with a slight touch of yellow on its wing base. Text reads: FREE WEBINAR with Dudley Edmondson. Inviting Birds In: Fall Migration in Duluth, Minnesota. Sept. 30 at 7:30 p.m. ET / 4:30 p.m. PT. Yellow-rumped Warbler  © Linn H / Macaulay Library
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology @cornellbirds.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
This songbird with a large head, extremely long tail, stubby bill, pale eye, and grayish-brown upperparts is a WRENTIT. To learn more visit All About Birds: www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/Wrentit/ Thanks to Quinn Diaz for sharing this photo with eBird and the Macaulay Library.
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Wrentit Overview, All About Birds, Cornell Lab of Ornithology
The Wrentit’s characteristic bouncing-ball song is a classic sound of coastal scrub and chaparral along the West Coast. Seeing a Wrentit is a challenge as they sneak around inside shrubs, rarely makin...
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology @cornellbirds.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
BIRD QUIZ: Here is a bird photographed in California in early September. Do you know what species it is? Leave your answer in Comments and we'll post ours at the end of the day. Thanks to Quinn Diaz for sharing this photo with eBird and the Macaulay Library archive.
Image description: A small, long-tailed songbird perched atop a charred vertical stick. The bird is grayish above and pinkish-brown below. Text on image: Mystery Bird, Avis ignota © Quinn Diaz / Macaulay Library, Cornell Lab.
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology @cornellbirds.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
Scroll break! Stop for a few moments and get lost in this murmuration of Metallic Starlings in Queensland, Australia.
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology @cornellbirds.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
From the fastest dive to the largest wingspan, meet remarkable raptors from around the world! 🦅 Get a sneak peek at our upcoming Wonderful World of Raptors course with this free poster, illustrated by Joel Popp. Download and print your free copy at the link below: dl.allaboutbirds.org/raptor-poster
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Wonderful World of Raptors Poster Download
Do you know the largest raptor? What about the smallest? Explore fun raptor facts from around the world in this free, downloadable poster.
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology @cornellbirds.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
This vireo with a stubby bill, bright yellow throat and breast, and clear black lore between the bill and eye is a PHILADELPHIA VIREO. To learn more visit All About Birds: www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/phivir Thanks to Heather Michaud for sharing with eBird and the Macaulay Library.
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology @cornellbirds.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
BIRD QUIZ: Here is a bird photographed in Nova Scotia in early September. Do you know what species it is? Leave your answer in Comments and we'll post ours at the end of the day. Thanks to Heather Michaud for sharing this photo with eBird and the Macaulay Library archive.
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology @cornellbirds.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Hummingbirds move too fast for most of us to see clearly. In a new Wild Birds Revealed video, filmmakers Tim and Russell Laman slow things down for an up-close look at Costa’s and Anna’s Hummingbirds—their flight, feeding, and relationship with flowers. Watch: bit.ly/4x3tn71
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology @cornellbirds.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
Free Birds of the World Webinar! Diversity & Conservation of the World's Bustards, presented by members of the Bustards Without Borders team. The team just released a new Multi-species Action Plan for bustards, which grants new protections to these iconic species. birdsoftheworld.org/bow/news/bwb...
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology @cornellbirds.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
This tern with dark gray wings, a brown-and-gray mantle, and a black ear spot connected to a black cap is a juvenile BLACK TERN. To learn more visit All About Birds: www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/blkter Thanks to Harlan Stewart for sharing this photo with eBird and the Macaulay Library.
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Black Tern Overview, All About Birds, Cornell Lab of Ornithology
An outlier in a world of white seabirds, breeding Black Terns are a handsome mix of charcoal-gray and jet black. Their delicate form and neatly pointed wings provide tremendous agility as these birds ...
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology @cornellbirds.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
BIRD QUIZ: Here is a bird photographed in Texas in September 2025. Do you know what species it is? Leave your answer in Comments and we'll post ours at the end of the day. Thanks to Harlan Stewart for sharing this photo with eBird and the Macaulay Library archive.
Image description: A gray-and-white tern in flight against a gray background. Text on image: Mystery Bird, Avis ignota © Harlan Stewart / Macaulay Library, Cornell Lab.
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology @cornellbirds.bsky.social · 06/09/2026
Join scientific illustrator Liz Clayton Fuller @ipaintbirbs.bsky.social on September 13 for a workshop that's sure to be a hoot! 🦉🎨✨ Learn to bring your owl illustrations to life with helpful guidance from Liz. Buy your tickets soon! Registration is limited: academy.allaboutbirds.org/live-event/i...
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Illustrating Owls with Liz Clayton Fuller | Bird Academy • The Cornell Lab
Owls! They’re enigmatic, mysterious, and a lot of fun to draw! Learn to draw owls and then add paint to your sketches with friendly guidance and inspiration ...
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology @cornellbirds.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Using the habitat clues in this video, can you guess which birds will be featured in our upcoming videos from Wild Birds Revealed? Wildlife filmmakers Tim and Russell Laman use stunning close-up footage to reveal what makes familiar birds extraordinary. Drop your guesses in the comments.
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology @cornellbirds.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
This brown-and-buff falcon with a bold blackish mustache, long pointed wings, and a long tail is a juvenile PEREGRINE FALCON. To learn more visit All About Birds: www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/perfal Thanks to Peter Hamner for sharing this photo with eBird and the Macaulay Library.
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Peregrine Falcon Overview, All About Birds, Cornell Lab of Ornithology
Powerful and fast-flying, the Peregrine Falcon hunts medium-sized birds, dropping down on them from high above in a spectacular stoop. They were virtually eradicated from eastern North America by pest...
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology @cornellbirds.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Free webinar alert! RSVP to learn strategies to protect and increase the biodiversity of your yard for native butterflies, moths, and other beneficial insects. All registrants will receive a copy of the recording after the event. RSVP: cornell.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology @cornellbirds.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
BIRD QUIZ: Here is a bird photographed in Pennsylvania in early September 2024. Do you know what species it is? Leave your answer in Comments and we'll post ours at the end of the day. Thanks to Peter Hamner for sharing this photo with eBird and the Macaulay Library archive.
Image description: A brown-and-buff raptor in flight against a green background. Text on image: Mystery Bird, Avis ignota © Peter Hamner / Macaulay Library, Cornell Lab.
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology @cornellbirds.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Fall Migration is already in full swing! Check out birdcast.org for live maps, migration alerts, and forecasts, and sign up for Email Migration Alerts (birdcast.org/migration-to... Dim lights at night, Treat your window by day to help migrating birds avoid glass collisions.
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology @cornellbirds.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
This small-billed warbler with a bright red face, black crown and ear patch, and gray upperparts is the aptly named RED-FACED WARBLER. To learn more visit All About Birds: www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/refwar Thanks to Melissa Mancuso for sharing this photo with eBird and the Macaulay Library.
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Red-faced Warbler Overview, All About Birds, Cornell Lab of Ornithology
The startlingly pretty Red-faced Warbler is a mix of gray, black, and fire-engine red. Mainly a bird of high-elevation coniferous forests, its core range is in Mexico but it breeds as far north as Ari...
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology @cornellbirds.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
BIRD QUIZ: Here is a bird photographed in Arizona in mid-August. Do you know what species it is? Leave your answer in Comments and we'll post ours at the end of the day. Thanks to Melissa Mancuso for sharing this photo with eBird and the Macaulay Library archive.
Image description: A small songbird perched on a small branch. The bird has gray upperparts, whitish underparts, and a red-and-black head. Text on image: Mystery Bird, Avis ignota © Melissa Mancuso / Macaulay Library, Cornell Lab.
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology @cornellbirds.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
Shorebirds often sport similar shapes and patterns, which makes their size one of the most important clues to help with an ID. Find out more and learn what to look for with this free downloadable guide, including full-color photos, and a size reference chart: dl.allaboutbirds.org/shorebird-po...
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A Shorebird ID Guide to Print at Home!
Become familiar with the diversity of shorebirds from plovers to peeps, and more with this Shorebird ID Guide.
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology @cornellbirds.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
This bird’s large pale bill, white wing patch, and streaked whitish underparts identify it as a female/immature LARK BUNTING. To learn more visit All About Birds: www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/larbun Thanks to Rachel Leggett for sharing this photo with eBird and the Macaulay Library.
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Lark Bunting Overview, All About Birds, Cornell Lab of Ornithology
North America is home to many handsome sparrows, but Lark Buntings are among the most striking: breeding males are velvety black with snow-white wing coverts and fine white edges to the innermost flig...
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology @cornellbirds.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
BIRD QUIZ: Here is a bird photographed in Colorado in early August 2025. Do you know what species it is? Leave your answer in Comments and we'll post ours at the end of the day. Thanks to Rachel Leggett for sharing this photo with eBird and the Macaulay Library archive.
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology @cornellbirds.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
This brown heron with finely marked upperparts, fine streaking on the throat, and a heavy black bill is a juvenile YELLOW-CROWNED NIGHT HERON. To learn more visit All About Birds: www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/ycnher Thanks to Martina Nordstrand for sharing with eBird and the Macaulay Library.
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Yellow-crowned Night Heron Overview, All About Birds, Cornell Lab of Ornithology
While not as slender as a typical heron, the Yellow-crowned Night Heron’s smooth purple-gray colors, sharp black-and-white face, and long yellow plumes lend it a touch of elegance. They forage at all ...
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology @cornellbirds.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
BIRD QUIZ: Here is a bird photographed in Virginia in early August 2021. Do you know what species it is? Leave your answer in Comments and we'll post ours at the end of the day. Thanks to Martina Nordstrand for sharing this photo with eBird and the Macaulay Library archive.
Image description: A heron standing in shallow water with a small crab in its bill. The bird is mostly brown, with a streaked throat and spotted upperparts. Text on image: Mystery Bird, Avis ignota © Martina Nordstrand / Macaulay Library, Cornell Lab.
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology @cornellbirds.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
QUIZ ANSWER: This is a Wilson’s Snipe, with a long, straight bill; striped head; streaked back; barred flanks; and white belly. To learn more visit All About Birds: www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/wilsni1 Thanks to Jan Thom for sharing this photo with eBird and the Macaulay Library.
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Wilson's Snipe Overview, All About Birds, Cornell Lab of Ornithology
Though the long tradition of “snipe hunt” pranks at summer camp has convinced many people otherwise, Wilson’s Snipes aren’t made-up creatures. These plump, long-billed birds are among the most widespr...
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology @cornellbirds.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
BIRD QUIZ: Here is a bird photographed in Montana in mid-July. Do you know what species it is? Leave your answer in Comments and we'll post ours at the end of the day. Thanks to Jan Thom for sharing this photo with eBird and the Macaulay Library archive.
Image description: A long-billed shorebird with intricately patterned dark upperparts and a white belly. The bird is perched on a tree stump in front of a greenish background. Text on image: Mystery Bird, Avis ignota © Jan Thom / Macaulay Library, Cornell Lab.
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology @cornellbirds.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
Quiz answer: an Eared Grebe in breeding plumage! Black pointed bill, all-black neck, peaked head, thin golden plumes fanning from behind the eye, and chestnut flanks separate it from the similar Horned Grebe. Known as Black-necked Grebe outside N. America.
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology @cornellbirds.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
BIRD QUIZ: Here is a bird photographed in Alberta in mid-July. Do you know what species it is? Leave your answer in Comments and we'll post ours at the end of the day. Thanks to Ayden Valkenburg for sharing this photo with eBird and the Macaulay Library archive.
Image description: A waterbird sitting on blue-gray water with faint ripples. The bird is mostly black, with yellow plumes behind the eye and chestnut flanks. Text on image: Mystery Bird, Avis ignota © Ayden Valkenburg / Macaulay Library, Cornell Lab.
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology @cornellbirds.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
If you're in an area that's impacted by the recent wildfires, you may be curious about how smoke impacts birds as well. Scientists have only recently begun studying smoke's effect on birds, read some of what they've found so far: www.allaboutbirds.org/news/is-the-...
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Is the Smoke from Wildfires Dangerous to Birds?
A Barn Owl hunting in the morning fog and smoke of California wildfires. Photo by Sam McMillian / Birdshare. Smoke can be hazardous to birds just as it is to people, due to the mix of fine particul...
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology @cornellbirds.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
QUIZ ANSWER: Piping Plover. Pale sandy plumage, a stubby orange-and-black bill, and a single black breast band distinguish it from Killdeer (darker, two bands) and Semipalmated Plover. Breeds in small numbers on Great Lakes beaches. Learn more: www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/Piping...
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Piping Plover Overview, All About Birds, Cornell Lab of Ornithology
Little round Piping Plovers hide in plain sight on sandy ocean and lake shores, blending right in with their sandy gray backs. It's not until they scurry down the sand on their orange legs that you're...
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology @cornellbirds.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
Did you know you can upload your field notes/sketches along with your eBird checklists? We love coming across these beautiful artistic snapshots from your birding adventures in Macaulay Library. Check out our Bird Academy sale on bird art courses + free webinars: academy.allaboutbirds.org
sketches of a blue and white bird with black wings and field notes. Text reads: Tree Swallow. Tachycineta bicolor. © Parker S / Macaulay Library.illustration of a brown bird with streaky underside and bold black stripe on its head. Text reads: Ovenbird. Seiurus aurocapilla. © Su Delve / Macaulay Library.Sketch and field notes of a Black Vulture and Merlin. Text reads: Black Vulture. Coragyps atratus. © Michael Kensinger / Macaulay Library.sketches and water color paintings of a streaky brown bird with field notes written. Text reads: Lark Sparrow. Chondestes grammacus. © Brian Small / Macaulay Library.
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology @cornellbirds.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
BIRD QUIZ: Here are a bird and its chick photographed in Michigan in early July. Do you know what species they are? Leave your answer in Comments and we'll post ours at the end of the day. Thanks to Matthew Dolkart for sharing this photo with eBird and the Macaulay Library archive.
A pale shorebird with a chick directly in front of it. The adult is sandy brown above and white below, with a black collar. The foreground and background are blurred brown, matching the adult’s upperparts. Text on image: Mystery Bird, Avis ignota © Matthew Dolkart / Macaulay Library, Cornell Lab.
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology @cornellbirds.bsky.social · 12/07/2026
Did you know that the warblers we see today in North America don’t always get their bold yellow colors from their own ancestors, but from other warbler species via hybridization? To celebrate warblers we’ve got a paint by numbers free downloads available: dl.allaboutbirds.org/warbler-pain...
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology @cornellbirds.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
New Living Bird magazine article: how a writer’s experiences with watching owls helped her recover from a traumatic brain injury. New studies are showing how birding can affect brain structure & foster a sense of well-being. www.allaboutbirds.org/news/birding...
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology @cornellbirds.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
QUIZ ANSWER: This game bird’s brown plumage is good camouflage, while all the white hints it’s getting ready for snow. It’s a WHITE-TAILED PTARMIGAN, a hardy, high-elevation species that turns an immaculate white to hide out in snowy winters. For more: www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/White-...
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White-tailed Ptarmigan Overview, All About Birds, Cornell Lab of Ornithology
White-tailed Ptarmigan are small, tubby grouse, snow-white in winter and twig-brown in summer. They’re famous for being virtually invisible when they stand still against the windswept rocks, low shrub...
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology @cornellbirds.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
BIRD QUIZ: Here is a bird photographed in Colorado in early July 2021. Do you know what species it is? Leave your answer in Comments and we'll post ours at the end of the day. Thanks to Johanna Beam for sharing this photo with eBird and the Macaulay Library archive.
[Image description: A brown-and-white chickenlike bird standing in front of a green background. Text on image: Mystery Bird, Avis ignota © Johanna Beam / Macaulay Library, Cornell Lab.]
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology @cornellbirds.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
With bright yellow hues and a black V on its chest, this grassland bird looks like a meadowlark—but with a hefty bill and a longer tail. It’s a DICKCISSEL, a classic songbird of grasslands and prairies. Learn more: www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/Dickci...
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Dickcissel Overview, All About Birds, Cornell Lab of Ornithology
The curt song of the Dickcissel sounds like the bird’s name, and it’s part of the soundtrack of the North American prairies. This chunky grassland bunting is colored like a miniature meadowlark, with ...
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology @cornellbirds.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
BIRD QUIZ: Here is a bird photographed in early June in Wisconsin. Do you know what species it is? Leave your answer in Comments and we'll post ours at the end of the day. Thanks to Jonathan Fisher for sharing this photo with eBird and the Macaulay Library archive.
[Image description: A small songbird clinging to a vertical green grass stem. The bird has a heavy, thick bill and prominent yellow on the face and breast. Text on image: Mystery Bird, Avis ignota © Jonathan Fisher / Macaulay Library, Cornell Lab.]
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology @cornellbirds.bsky.social · 28/06/2026
Behind the scenes tour for our Living Bird magazine production! The Summer issue features bright warblers, Red Cockaded Woodpeckers & more! This quarterly magazine is available in print only to our members, the articles are also free online! Become a member join.birds.cornell.edu/page/150611/...
Living Bird magazine spread with a closeup of a bright yellow bird. Text reads: A behind-the-scenes sneak peek at the newest issue of the Living Bird Magazine. elements of a magazine page laid out in layers of black, blue, red, yellow. Text reads: Black + Cyan + Magenta + Yellow = a colorful Rufous-necked Hornbill. stacks of open magazine pages. Text reads: Freshly printed spreads waiting to be cut. stacks of upwardly curled magazines with photos of a yellow bird poking out of a tree. Text reads: Getting ready to meet you all soon!
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology @cornellbirds.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
Grasslands support people’s livelihoods, Indigenous cultures & ecosystem functions. But they are disappearing rapidly. More than 1/2 of bird species that depend on grasslands are in steep decline. We’re proud to be part of America’s Grasslands Coalition, learn more: grasslanders.org
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology @cornellbirds.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
BIRD QUIZ: Here is a trio of birds photographed in early June in Virginia, north of their normal range. Do you know what species it is? Leave your answer in Comments and we'll post ours at the end of the day. Thanks to Anne Bielamowicz for sharing this photo with eBird and the Macaulay Library.
[Image description: Three ducks in flight against a blue sky. The birds are patterned in black, white, chestnut, and gray. Text on image: Mystery Bird, Avis ignota © Anne Bielamowicz / Macaulay Library, Cornell Lab.]
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology @cornellbirds.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
BIRD QUIZ: Here is a bird photographed in Alberta in mid-June 2023. Do you know what species it is? Leave your answer in Comments and we'll post ours at the end of the day. Thanks to Sydney Mohr for sharing this photo with eBird and the Macaulay Library archive.
[Image description: A small songbird perched on a lichen-covered branch. The bird has a gray hood, olive upperparts, and yellow underparts. Text on image: Mystery Bird, Avis ignota © Sydney Mohr / Macaulay Library, Cornell Lab.]
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology @cornellbirds.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
The final event of Welcome Back Birds is coming up. Cornell Lab experts will talk about how to bring more kinds of birds to your yard & how to keep them safe & enjoy them all summer long. Register here: hubs.la/Q048D9J90 If you registered for April/May’s live events, you don't need to re-register.
small, off-white bird with dark brown streak over its eye and a copper head stands on a sunflower with a worm in its beak. Text reads: Welcome Back Birds! How To Support Birds All Summer Long. Thursday, June 18 1-2pm ET / 10-11am PT. Chipping Sparrow © Cheryl Taylor / Macaulay Library.
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology @cornellbirds.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
BIRD QUIZ: Here is a bird photographed in Nunavut in early June 2019. Do you know what species it is? Leave your answer in Comments and we'll post ours at the end of the day. Thanks to Paul Jones for sharing this photo with eBird and the Macaulay Library archive.
[Image description: A bright red shorebird resting on calm turquoise water, with its image reflected in the water. The bird has a white face and a mostly yellow bill. Text on image: Mystery Bird, Avis ignota © Paul Jones / Macaulay Library, Cornell Lab.]
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology @cornellbirds.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
Black streaks on yellow underparts, a black mask & back patch, and a white wing patch add up to a breeding male MAGNOLIA WARBLER. To learn more visit All About Birds: www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/magwar Thanks to Jocelyn Anderson for sharing this photo with eBird and the Macaulay Library.
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Magnolia Warbler Overview, All About Birds, Cornell Lab of Ornithology
Many male warblers are black and yellow, but Magnolia Warblers take it up a notch, sporting a bold black necklace complete with long tassels, a black mask, and a standout white wing patch. The female ...
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology @cornellbirds.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
Our Bartels Science Illustration Program is calling for applicants! This is a full-time, paid, in-person appointment. Residency begins in the fall and spans 6–12 months. Please note, Visa sponsorship is not available. Deadline for applications is May 29, 2026. www.birds.cornell.edu/illustrators/
Tree Swallow - blue bird with dark gray wings and white underparts. Text reads: Bartels Science Illustration Program Artist Residency. We're Hiring! May 29th Application Deadline. Swipe to see criteria or visit birds.cornell.edu/illustrators. Tree Swallow by Charlotte Holder '22. Tree Swallow - blue bird with dark gray wings and white underparts in the corner. Text reads: Application deadline: May 29, 2026. Duration: Fall 2026-Summer 2027. Residency duration: 6-12 months. In-person position in Ithaca, New York. This is a full-time, paid temporary appointment. Please note Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology @cornellbirds.bsky.social · 26/05/2026
BIRD QUIZ: Here is a bird photographed in Michigan in mid-May. Do you know what species it is? Leave your answer in Comments and we'll post ours at the end of the day. Thanks to Jocelyn Anderson for sharing this photo with eBird and the Macaulay Library archive.
[Image description: A small songbird perched on a thin horizontal branch and surrounded by fresh green foliage. The bird is boldly patterned in yellow, black, gray, and white. Text on image: Mystery Bird, Avis ignota © Jocelyn Anderson / Macaulay Library, Cornell Lab.]
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology @cornellbirds.bsky.social · 23/05/2026
Warblers are exhilarating to ID, but they can also be a real challenge! Brush up on our tips for identifying these three easy to confuse birds, Palm Warblers, Cape May Warblers, and Prairie Warblers. Then test what you know with a re-playable practice quiz: academy.allaboutbirds.org/how-to-id-pa...
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How to ID Palm Warblers, Cape May Warblers, and Prairie Warblers
These three sunny warbler species might be tricky to tell apart. Pick up our identification tips for Palm Warblers, Cape May Warblers, and Prairies Warblers. Then, train your ID skills with a replayable quiz!
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology @cornellbirds.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
Join us for a video premiere and live Q&A on May 22 at 2:00 p.m. EDT! 📣 🐦 Celebrate the joy of spring birding and enjoy a video following Lab staff into our local woods. Co-hosts Kevin McGowan and Samantha Hauser will introduce the premiere and answer your questions. Can’t wait to see you there!
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Video Premiere: Walk in the Woods with Kevin McGowan | Bird Academy • The Cornell Lab
Join us live, Friday, May 22, 2:00 p.m. EDT / 11:00 a.m. PDT Kevin McGowan searches the woods along with staffers on one of his daily walks. A Live Video Pr ...
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology @cornellbirds.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
BIRD QUIZ: Here is a bird photographed in Illinois in early May. Do you know what species it is? Leave your answer in Comments and we'll post ours at the end of the day. Thanks to Marky Mutchler for sharing this photo with eBird and the Macaulay Library archive.
[Image description: A gray-and-white songbird perched on a thin branch, with bright green leaves below the bird and pink flowers behind it. Text on image: Mystery Bird, Avis ignota, © Marky Mutchler / Macaulay Library, Cornell Lab.]
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