Arts & Culture

Portrait of Samuel Henderson wearing binoculars, smiling.
Meet the Kid Who Wowed the Internet With His Incredibly Accurate Bird Calls
October 07, 2024 — The talented 10-year-old鈥檚 performance at a school talent show recently went viral on TikTok after folks couldn't believe their ears.
A Red Crossbill looks down from its perch in a pine tree, holding a seed in its beak.
Fancy Finches? This Extensive New Field Guide Is For You
October 04, 2024 — Co-authored by a finch expert and veteran guide writer, the book covers everything from House Finches to honeycreepers. (Yep, they're finches, too.)
Field Guides
Three Little Birds by Harbor Middle School and Groundswell
September 30, 2024 — Location: 27 Huntington Street, Brooklyn, NY 11231
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A White-throated Sparrow perches on a branch with its head back, singing.
Do You Speak Warblish?
September 27, 2024 — A relatively new field of research focuses on the rich history of pairing birdsong with human language.
Migratory Pathways by George Boorujy
September 16, 2024 — Location: Red Hook Recreation Area, 155 Bay Street, Brooklyn, NY 11231
The 福利姬视频 Mural Project
A hummingbird hovers with its long beak in a bright pink flower.
Birds Saved Melissa Hafting in a Time of Grief. She Wants to Save Them in Return.
July 30, 2024 — In her debut book, 鈥楧are to Bird,鈥 the photographer and ecologist shares how the beauty of the avian world helped her cope with the loss of her parents.
Books
A drab white and brown bird stands on a branch giving side-eye.
Yes, You Can Identify Flycatchers. These New Field Guides Are Sure of It.
June 13, 2024 — The creators of a series of meticulous but approachable flycatcher guides advocate鈥攁nd teach鈥攁 鈥渉olistic鈥 approach to the seemingly impossible task of distinguishing these enigmatic avians.
Field Guides