Birds

New research from the University of Maine records small shorebirds responding aggressively to predatory deer for the first time.

Two decades ago, a massive oil spill off the coast of Massachusetts killed hundreds of loons that spent their summers in Vermont. Now, settlement money is helping scientists here better track them.

Supporters say 'bird friendly' building design and straightforward retrofits can save bird lives as species experience dramatic population declines.

A ravens' nest at the Double E outdoor stage in Essex forced the venue to postpone its summer kickoff concert.

The three high-school birders, dubbed The Pete Dunnelins, have one day to count as many bird species across the state of New Jersey as physically possible. Here's what it takes.

Advocates for opening a town-owned barn for the birds despite concerns over accumulating waste have gathered enough signatures to force a special town meeting.

A town-owned, antique barn will keep its windows shut this spring, over concerns about accumulated bird droppings. The birds — and many humans — are not pleased.

The website documents which birds are living in Connecticut and where, including wintering birds. Organizers say the website will help conservationists figure out which lands to protect so birds can continue to breed.

Driven south due to a poor conifer crop up north, evening grosbeaks, redpolls and bohemian waxwings will be looking for food in fallow fields, fruit trees and backyard feeders in parts of New England.

Migrating wild birds are spreading the virus to domesticated flocks, increasing the risk of eventually seeing a human outbreak. Scientists are troubled by the muted federal response.