News Releases—Archive
2023 News Releases
Study: Temperature Variability Reduces Nesting Success, November 16, 2023
Nestlings are the most vulnerable to temperature extremes
Local Adaptation May Buffer Some Birds Against Climate Change, November 7, 2023, Cornell Chronicle
American Ornithological Society Announces Decision to Change English Names of Birds Named After People, November 1, 2023
Join the 37th Season of Project FeederWatch, October 18, 2023
Monitor the birds in your space—and other winter wildlife
Captivating Courtship: Leaping for Love, October 11, 2023
Paul C. Mundinger Distinguished Lectureship open to all on October 25
Birders & AI Push Bird Conservation to the Next Level, October 4, 2023
New method untangles interactions in complex systems
Wingscapes Teams Up with the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, September 22, 2023
Partnership to enhance backyard birding
Light Pollution Threatens Coastal Marine Systems, Sept. 12, 2023
Offshore effects are still largely unknown
Free Webinars Celebrate Fall Bird Migration, August 29, 2023
Series hosted by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology
As City Heat Rises, Bird Diversity Declines, August 22, 2023
Conclusions of massive study in China
New Audio Technique Used for Census of California Spotted Owls in the Sierra Nevada, August 28, 2023
Novel Machine-Learning Method Produces Detailed Population Trend Maps for 550 Bird Species, August 9, 2023
City-Dwelling Wildlife Demonstrate “Urban Trait Syndrome,” August 8, 2023
Scientists find nuanced tactics are needed to increase urban biodiversity
New Cornell Lab of Ornithology Partnership, August 1, 2023
Enthusiast Hotel Collection guests get local bird information
Cornell Lab of Ornithology Visitor Center Reimagined, July 12, 2023
Major redesign to create new interactive experience
ZEISS Continues Sponsorship of Young Birders Event, June 21, 2023
Wildfire Smoke Threatens Endangered Orangutans, June 15, 2023
Cornell Chronicle
Merlin Milestone: App Now Helps ID Birds Worldwide, May 24, 2023
Tremendous feat powered by birdwatchers
Cities Have a Role to Play in Bird Conservation, May 16, 2023
Cornell Chronicle
Group Works to Make Campus Windows Bird Friendly, May 2, 2023
Cornell Chronicle
Woodpecker Guides Post-Fire Forest Management, April 25, 2023
New tool turns science into action
Study: Mountain Quail May Benefit from High Severity Wildfire, April 24, 2023
Findings from acoustic monitoring in the Sierra Nevada
Migratory Birds Can Partially Offset Climate Change, April 11, 2023
Study examines a key but costly strategy
Great Backyard Bird Count Results: Wow! March 21, 2023
Half a million participants did their bit for birds
Watch Baby Birds for the Joy and the Science of It, March 20, 2023
Witness the fascinating family lives of birds with NestWatch
Artificial Light at Night Aids Caterpillar Predators, March 20, 2023
Cornell Chronicle
Climate Change Alters a Human-Raptor Relationship, March 14, 2023
Dairy farmers welcome Bald Eagles
Grassroots Data Vital for Reducing Deadly Bird-Window Strikes, March 7, 2023
International study calls for increased support of citizen science
Study Finds Social Bird Species May Be Less Competitive, March 1, 2023
Behavioral data collected by Project FeederWatch participants
Nature Close to Home Associated with Well-Being During COVID, February 13, 2023
Study examines types of nature engagement during pandemic
“BirdFlow” model could reveal mysteries of bird migration, February 1, 2023
Cornell Chronicle
Join the Count: Good For You, Good For Birds, January 23, 2023
Positive vibes go both ways when people connect with birds
Land Trust Grant Program Seeking New Proposals, January 12, 2023
Cornell Lab of Ornithology grants support conservation on private lands
2022 News Releases
Study: More Than One Way to Build a Black Bird, November 1, 2022
Research highlights quirks of remote island evolution
Free Mapping Tool to Help Improve Bird Conservation and Land Protection, October 27, 2022
Tool merges relevant data for 14 northeastern states
Study: Migrating Birds Attracted by Light Pollution Face Higher Toxic Chemical Exposure, Oct. 25, 2022
Gulf of Mexico states of special concern
FeederWatchers Are More Important than Ever, October 18, 2022
Halting the decline of bird populations requires data
2022 U.S. State of the Birds Report Reveals Widespread Losses, October 12, 2022
Birds in all habitats declining–except for one
Small Garden Bird Has an Outsized Impact, September 28, 2022
Paul C. Mundinger Distinguished Lectureship, open to the public on October 6
Migration Celebration Returns! September 6, 2022
Be there in person or online for free events
Flight Plan: Turn Off Lights for Migratory Birds, August 11, 2022
Take the pledge to go Lights Out, Texas!
Birds On Island Time, August 10, 2022
Study relates island characteristics with the seasonal ebb and flow of bird species
New Course Helps Awaken Curiosity About Nature, July 28, 2022
Get expert advice gathered by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology
Competition Limits the Ranges of Mountain Birds, July 21, 2022
Citizen science data help clarify a longstanding puzzle
ZEISS Continues Sponsorship of Young Birder’s Event, July 6, 2022
Young people with a passion for birds gather at Cornell Lab
BirdNET app opens new avenues for citizen science, June 28, 2022
Free machine-learning app reduces barriers to global bird research
California Condor Chick Hatches on Live “Condor Cam,” May 19, 2022
Fans flock to Cornell Lab of Ornithology Bird Cam site to see the little one
Global Bird Populations Steadily Declining, May 5, 2022
Study conclusion mirrors shocking losses previously shown in North America
New Regional Bird Guides Simplify Identification, April 28, 2022
All About Birds series has a book for the birds near you
See How Many Migratory Birds Are Passing Over Your County, April 20, 2022
New visualizations from BirdCast reveal scale of migration above you each night
Critical Period for “Lights Out Texas” Coming Soon, April 14, 2022
More than half of migratory birds that pass through Texas will be aloft
Hear Spring in a Whole New Way with Merlin, April 12, 2022
The free app identifies more than 450 bird species by sound
Light Pollution Increasing Year-Round for Some Migrating Birds, March 29, 2022
Southeastern U.S., Mexico, & Central America of greatest concern
Do Good for Birds & Science with NestWatch, March 15, 2022
Get a peek into bird family life
Migration is ON. Turn Lights OFF! March 3, 2022
Lights Out Texas ramps up for epic bird journeys
Birds Most at Risk from Air and Light Pollution, February 22, 2022
Study looks at combined effects on night migrants
Hummingbirds Exert Fine Control Over Body Heat, February 2, 2022
Study finds state of torpor is flexible and variable
Birds Bring Us Together for the Great Backyard Bird Count, January 31, 2022
Join the global community in sharing a love of birds & nature
Look Who’s Talking Now: The Fishes! January 27, 2022
Cornell study finds widespread sound communication among fish
Bald Eagle Rebound Stunted by Poisoning from Lead Ammunition, January 13, 2022
Despite increasing numbers, lead shot is reducing eagle populations in the Northeast
Apply Now for Cornell Land Trust Grants to Protect Birds, January 12, 2022
Grants support conservation projects on private lands
2021 News Releases
Bird-Singing Contests: A Clash of Culture & Conservation, December 8, 2021
Research examines how widespread this practice may be
Green Gifts that Benefit Birds, Nature, and People, November 30, 2021
These gifts expand knowledge about birds and nature
There May Be More Bird Species in The Tropics Than We Know, November 17, 2021
Study suggests many isolated bird populations merit species status
Can’t Find Your Keys? You Need a Chickadee Brain, November 9, 2021
Scientists identify a link between spatial memory and genes in a bird
Help Birds From the Comfort of Home With FeederWatch, November 1, 2021
Learn more about your backyard birds and contribute to science
New Grant Supports Native Habitat Restoration, September 30, 2021
Santa Rita Ranch receives funds from Lab’s Land Trust program
Some Hummingbird Females Look Like Males to Evade Harassment, August 26, 2021
New study finds females that look like males get more food
Study Identifies Patterns In Bird-Plane Collisions, August 19, 2021
The time of year and the size of the bird are key
Birds Are On the Move, So It’s “Lights Out Texas” Time, August 16, 2021
Get migration alerts to know when birds need your help
How Sweet It Is: Study Finds Songbirds CAN Taste Sugar, July 9, 2021
Having a sweet tooth may be a good thing—if you’re a songbird
What Bird is Singing? Ask the Merlin Bird ID App for an Instant Answer, June 23, 2021
Free app from Cornell Lab of Ornithology now identifies bird sounds in real time, using AI technology
Kathleen E. Melkonian Fund for Bird Biology, Evolution, and Behavior Established to Expand Student Research in Ornithology, June 11, 2021
Fund will provide up to $5,000 per year for graduate students and senior undergraduates
Major Gift Establishes K. Lisa Yang Center for Conservation Bioacoustics at Cornell Lab, June 4, 2021
Darkened Windows Save Migrating Birds, June 7, 2021
New study finds decreasing lit windows could reduce bird collisions by 60%.
eBird Data Used to Shape Eagle Management, April 25, 2021
Cornell Lab’s eBird is helping the federal government streamline and refine its process for assessing eagle populations and informing eagle management.
Backyard Bird Feeding Sparks a Songbird “Reverse Migration”, April 14, 2021
Bird feeders, fruit-bearing plants, and a warming world are changing the movements and the physiology of Eurasian Blackcaps.
WATCH LIVE: A California Condor Nest on Cornell Lab’s Bird Cams, April 27, 2021
Peek into the lives of a new condor chick and its family near Hopper Mountain National Wildlife Refuge in California.
Genetic Shuffling Gives Rise to a New Bird Species, March 25, 2021
Researchers discover nature’s evolutionary “shortcut.”
Analysis: Birds Vs. Bacteria. Who’s Winning?, April 6, 2021
Data from citizen science tracks ongoing “arms race.”
Shade-Grown Coffee Could Help Save Birds, If Only People Knew About It, March 2, 2021
Survey finds even birdwatchers are not aware of bird-friendly coffee benefits.
Male Lyrebirds Create an “Acoustic Illusion” to Snare Potential Mates, February 25, 2021
Researchers discover unexpected role for mimicry.
Bearded Seals Are Loud—But Not Loud Enough, February 24, 2021
Vocal threshold may hamper survival of this Arctic species
Study Finds Even the Common House Sparrow is Declining, February 11, 2021
Citizen scientists provide the research data
Starling Success Traced to Rapid Adaptation, February 9, 2021
Genetic evolution doesn’t always take millions of years.
How Many Birds Will You Find? January 28, 2021
Worldwide Great Backyard Bird Count starts on February 12.
Land Trust Grants Protect Birds & Habitat: Apply Now, January 19, 2021
Land trusts are a vital link to conservation on private lands.
2020 News Releases
Holiday Gifts That Give Back to Birds and Nature, November 30, 2020
For the nature lover on your list, gifts that will grow their knowledge—and help the birds
Could Private Investment Finance Conservation? November 30, 2020
With $9 trillion invested in American sustainable investment funds in the United States, a special report explores the future for conservation finance.
Study: Clean Air Act Saved 1.5 Billion Birds, November 24, 2020
Improved air quality, reduced ozone pollution may have averted bird deaths
Bright Idea to Dim Lights Made Birds Safer Over Texas, November 18, 2020
Great participation in Lights Out project
No Feeder? No Problem! You Can Join FeederWatch, October 29, 2020
Keep track of your winter birds and contribute to science
Study: Most Migratory Birds Rely On a Greening World, October 27, 2020
Continued climate change could spell disaster for many species
Join Online Events to Celebrate Bird Migration, September 15, 2020
Learn from Cornell Lab of Ornithology experts
Grants Awarded to Land Trusts for Bird Conservation, September 2, 2020
Funded work will protect birds on private lands
Join “Lights Out Texas” Now To Protect Migrating Birds, September 1, 2020
Get migration alerts for nights with the heaviest bird traffic
Scientists Issue Rebuke of New EPA Rule That Compromises U.S. Waters, August 13, 2020
Rule removes Clean Water Act protections
Study: Oriole Hybridization Is a Dead End, August 3, 2020
Scientists say Baltimore and Bullock’s Orioles are not merging
New U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service rule undermines mission to protect birds, July 16, 2020
New rule counteracts FWS’s mission and does not simplify the regulatory environment for businesses
Birdwatchers Set World Records On Global Big Day, May 15, 2020
Socially distanced, more people reported birds in a single day than ever before
World Migratory Bird Day is May 9, May 5, 2020
Here’s how you can celebrate and help birds right from home
Birds Are Coming Through: Time to Switch Off the Lights, April 16, 2020
Turn off non-essential lights to protect birds during spring migration
Join “Lights Out Texas” to Protect Migratory Birds, April 16, 2020
New study is testing light reduction strategies
Make Backyard Discoveries With the Free Merlin Bird ID App, April 9, 2020
Noticing more birds while you’re at home? Learn their names with Merlin
Every Bird Has a Story. Discover Them All With Birds of the World, April 7, 2020
Cornell Lab launches new online resource about every bird, for everybody
Study: Birds Exposed to PCBs as Nestlings Show Behavior Changes as Adults, March 26, 2020
Males sing fewer syllables and are more aggressive
Join New York’s Biggest Bird Survey, March 24, 2020
Help measure the health of bird populations and enjoy the outdoors
Spring Into Action For Birds: Join NestWatch, March 19, 2020
Citizen-science data needed more than ever in a changing world
Tip Sheet: Opposition to Weakening of Migratory Bird Treaty Act, March 18, 2020
Public comment from the Cornell Lab’s Dr. Amanda Rodewald
Counting is Caring: Join the Great Backyard Bird Count, January 30, 2020
Around the world, people are helping birds by counting them for science.
Study: Bird Bodies Predict Lifestyle, January 13, 2020
Wings, beaks, legs, and tails help define a species’ role in an ecosystem.
2019 News Releases
Study Finds Bird Migration Timing Skewed by Climate Change, December 16, 2019
Weather radar detects change on a continental scale
Watch on Live Camera As a Baby Albatross Grows Up, December 12, 2019
Cornell Lab zooms in on a Royal Albatross nest in New Zealand
Appeal to Their Wild Side With Gifts That Give Back, December 5, 2019
Cornell Lab of Ornithology items support research & conservation
Endangered Whales React to Environmental Changes, November 19, 2019
New study documents altered right whale movements in Massachusetts Bay
Enter the BirdSpotter Photo Contest, November 14, 2019
Lots of great prizes to be awarded for biweekly winners
Uncover Secrets of Nesting Birds With “Nest Quest Go!” November 12, 2019
Help digitize a treasure trove of bird nesting records
Study Finds Gender Bias in Bird Conservation Plans, November 7, 2019
Overlooking habitats used by females adds risk for declining species
Project FeedWatch: A Simple Way to Help Birds, October 30, 2019
Long-running citizen-science project detects shifts in bird populations
Journey of the Juncos:
Migration of a Familiar Backyard Bird, October 2, 2019
Science of migration featured in Paul C. Mundinger Distinguished Lectureship, open to the public on October 7
New Study Finds U.S. and Canada Have Lost
More Than One in Four Birds
in the Past 50 Years, September 19, 2019
Even most common species declining
Come to the Migration Celebration on September 14, September 3, 2019
Free annual event includes activities and fun for all ages
Grants Awarded to Land Trusts for Bird Conservation, August 22, 2019
Funded projects aim to preserve private lands
Climate is Changing Faster Than Animal Adaptation, August 20, 2019
International science team draws “worrisome” conclusion
Salt Regulation Among Saltmarsh Sparrows Evolved in Four Unique Ways, July 16, 2019
Study defines four of nature’s solutions to the same problem
Watch LIVE As a Wild California Condor Chick Grows Up, June 5, 2019
The Cornell Lab of Ornithology “Condor Cam” is now streaming
Enter the “Funky Nests in Funky Places” Contest, May 14, 2019
A puzzling nesting site could earn cool prizes
What Drives Multiple Female Acorn Woodpeckers to Share a Nest?
May 2, 2019
Study explores the possible benefits of rare behavior
Count Birds Anywhere For Global Big Day 2019, April 30, 2019
How many birds can we tally all together on May 4?
Special Seminar About Birds, Big Ideas, and Big Art, April 25, 2019
Hear and see how a massive mural of birds was created
Study: Why Unique Finches Keep Their Heads of Many Colors, April 23, 2019
An underlying selection mechanism prevents one color from dominating
Google Searches Reveal Popular Bird Species, April 15, 2019
Knowledge may help fine-tune conservation messages
Scientists Use eBird Data to Propose Optimal
Bird Conservation Plan, April 15, 2019
The goal is to conserve habitat and protect migratory birds
Got Bird Nests? Report to NestWatch! April 11, 2019
Citizen-science data vital for breeding-bird studies
Cornell Lab to Partner With Princeton University Press, April 10, 2019
Two interactive calendars and birder’s life list due out later this year
Study: Some Woodpeckers Imitate a Neighbor’s Plumage, April 8, 2019
Worldwide, even distantly related species can evolve nearly identical looks
Study Names Top Cities Emitting Light that Endangers Migratory Birds, April 1, 2019
Chicago, Houston, and Dallas top the list
Study: Climate Change is Leading to Unpredictable Ecosystem Disruption for Migratory Birds, March 5, 2019
Variations in climates will have no historical precedent.
ZEISS Continues Partnership with Cornell Lab of Ornithology, February 13, 2019
Sponsorship includes crucial support for Young Birders Event and eBird
Great Backyard Bird Count Should Be “Finchy” and Fun, January 24, 2019
Winter finch “irruption” will be a highlight for many.
Apply Now For Expanded Land Trust Grant Program, January 17, 2019
Land trust projects are key to protecting habitat and birds
New Coastal Solutions Fellows Program
Launches Class of 2019, January 15, 2019
Projects address coastal challenges along the Pacific Coast
Study Finds 2 Billion Birds Migrate Over Gulf Coast, January 9, 2019
Data from radar and bird watchers reveal spring migration details
2018 News Releases
How Will the Winds of Climate Change
Affect Migratory Birds? December 10, 2018
New study finds both positive and negative impacts possible
Tip Sheet: Cornell Lab of Ornithology Director Responds to Administration Efforts to Change Land-Use Plans in Greater Sage-Grouse Habitat, December 6, 2018
New-Generation Maps Light Up Information on Birds, December 4, 2018
Powered by Data from Citizen Science and Satellites
Holiday Gifts For the Bird Watcher On Your List, November 29, 2018
Items support bird research, education, and conservation programs
Among Birds-of-Paradise, Good Looks Are Not Enough to Win a Mate, November 20, 2018
Study suggests key physical traits & behaviors evolved in tandem
What Did Birds & Insects Do
During the 2017 Solar Eclipse? November 14, 2018
Radar study finds less activity during the event
Get the Picture for the BirdSpotter Photo Contest, November 12, 2018
Anyone can enter photos of birds at feeders to win prizes
Discovery: Rare Three-Species Hybrid Warbler, November 7, 2018
Declining population of one species may play a role
Tip Sheet: A planet unsuitable for wildlife is a planet unfit for people, October 31, 2018
The Lab’s Senior Conservation Science Director, Amanda Rodewald, weighs in
Help FeederWatch Survey the Health & Behavior of Backyard Birds, October 30, 2018
New season begins November 10
Study Finds Mountain Birds Are on an Escalator to Extinction, October 29, 2018
Warming temperatures are forcing an upward shift
“The Wall of Birds”: Dazzling New Book
Highlights Art & Eons of Bird Evolution, October 16, 2018
Cornell Lab Visitor Center mural in hand-held form
Displaced Seabirds, Songbird Mass Migration Expected in Hurricane Michael’s Wake, October 9, 2018
Robots, Telemetry, and the Sex Lives of Wild Birds, October 9, 2018
Paul C. Mundinger Distinguished Lectureship slated for October 15
More Than 4 Billion Birds Stream Overhead During Fall Migration, Sept. 17, 2018
Scientists use radar to shed light on the massive numbers of migrating birds and how many may not return
Creating a Continental Bird Migration Forecast, September 13, 2018
Researchers predict the movements of millions of birds across the United States
Come to the Migration Celebration on September 15, September 5, 2018
Free annual event at the Cornell Lab includes activities and fun for all ages
Special Screening of Elephant Path/Njaia Njoku, July 25, 2018
Documentary has ties to Ithaca
Crows vs. Ravens: A Numbers Game, July 5, 2018
Study finds crow mobbing is a key strategy against a bigger bird
School Garden Grant Program Earns High Honors, June 5, 2018
Cornell Lab of Ornithology program recognized with Halo Award
Live: Watch Endangered Wild California Condor Chick, May 31, 2018
Cornell Lab Bird Cams site provides a unique view of endangered species
Global Big Day Birders Tally A Record 6,906 Species, May 11, 2018
Celebration of birds draws record number of participants for one-day count
There’s a Bird Nest Where? That’s Funky! May 10, 2018
Send in your funny, funky nests for this quirky contest
New Research Unveils Bird Migration Strategies, May 8, 2018
Combining weather radar and human observations yields greater insight
The Case for Hope: Educating as if Survival Matters, May 2, 2018
Teachers urged to include sustainability in curricula
Global Big Day: Help Find the World’s Birds in 24 Hours, April 24, 2018
Join the quest on May 5 to tally birds for science and conservation
Smooth Dance Moves Confirm New Bird-of-Paradise Species, April 17, 2018
Rare video highlights unique behavior and sounds
Report Bird Nests to NestWatch—There’s an App for That! April 12, 2018
Participate in citizen science online or on your smartphone
Bird of Prey Documents Efforts to Save a Spectacular Species, April 10, 2018
First Ithaca screening of film coming up on April 15
New Maps Forecast Bird Migration Using Radar, April 5, 2018
Maps show migration in near real-time and predict bird movements, days ahead
Study: Climate Change Could Impact
Critical Food Supplies for Migratory Birds, April 4, 2018
Scientists model what extreme climate could mean for future migrants
Beauty and the Beak Wins AAAS/Subaru Prize
for Excellence in Science Books, March 1, 2018
Bald Eagle receives 3D-printed beak in inspiring children’s book
Online Game Remixes the Sounds of Nature to Create Beats That Are Truly Wild, February 20, 2018
Scientists team up with wildlife DJ and hip hop archivists on “BeastBox”
Brainpower Wins Over Brawn When Male Hummingbirds Display for Mates, February 8, 2018
When animals compete over mates, it’s often a showy affair. But for a Costa Rican hummingbird, it’s mental prowess that counts
Join a Global Bird Count for The Year of the Bird, February 7, 2018
The Great Backyard Bird Count takes place worldwide, February 16 to 19
Bring the Wonder of Nature into the Classroom
with the Revised Feathered Friends Curriculum, Feb. 5, 2018
Teachers receive a free bird feeder to support science lessons
ZEISS and the Cornell Lab of Ornithology Continue Partnership, February 1, 2018
Sponsorship includes the Young Birders Event, now it its 10th year
2018 Is the Year of the Bird, January 5, 2018
Year-long campaign focuses on celebrating and protecting birds
2017 News Releases
Birdy Holiday Gifts That Inform & Inspire, November 20, 2017
Share the joy of birds and nature with gifts from the Cornell Lab of Ornithology
BirdSpotter Photo Contest: Give Us Your Best Shot! November 6, 2017
Vote for your favorites in various themes
FeederWatch Asks: Whose Feathers Get Ruffled? October 31, 2017
Annual winter survey collects data about feeder birds
Arthur Singer: The Wildlife Art of an American Master, October 26, 2017
Those who love birds and art are in for a rare treat
Study Measures Light’s Dramatic Impact on Bird Migration, October 3, 2017
Artificial light at night disorients migrating birds
Dino-Killing Asteroid’s Impact on Bird Evolution, September 21, 2017
Study examines mass extinction effect on the rise of modern birds
School Garden Grants are Back! September 12, 2017
Now accepting applications for the 2017-18 school year
An Exceptional Autumn Sendoff: Migration Celebration, September 7, 2017
Free annual event takes place September 16
Report: Farm Bill Works for Landowners & Birds, August 3, 2017
State of the Birds 2017 identifies benefits for agriculture, forestry, and conservation
Study: Greatest Threat to Eastern Forest Birds Is
Habitat Loss on Wintering Grounds
, July 24, 2017
Findings may help set conservation priorities
ZEISS Co-Sponsors Young Birders Event, July 5, 2017
Annual gathering held at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology
Dance Moves Support Evidence for New Bird-of-Paradise Species, June 29, 2017
Cornell researchers capture first images of distinct courtship display
Study Finds Thrushes Make Remarkable Non-Stop Flights From South America, June 15, 2017
Single stopover site crucial in race to reach breeding grounds
Scientists Oppose Plans to Permit Seismic Ocean Surveys & Drilling, June 5, 2017
Joint statement from Cornell Lab Bioacoustics Research Program and partners
Watch a California Condor Chick Grow Up–LIVE, May 31, 2017
Cornell Lab Bird Cams site provides a unique view of endangered species
New Grants Awarded to Protect Lands and Birds, May 30, 2017
Funding land trust conservation plans helps everyone
LOWA Boots Support for the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, May 26, 2017
Company outfits Lab birding team for Global Big Day
Introducing the All About Birds Pocket Guide Series, May 10, 2017
Get to know the birds in your yard with handy fold-outs from the Cornell Lab
Find Funky Nests in Funky Places! May 4, 2017
Popular contest returns with great prizes
Calling All Birders: Global Big Day is May 13, May 2, 2017
How many of the world’s bird species can be found?
Help Build School Gardens While Feeding Your Own, April 26, 2017
Special May promotion funds school grant program
Help Elmira, N.Y., Students Revive Their School Garden, April 13, 2017
Community helpers welcome for two “work days”
ZEISS Continues Sponsorship of Cornell Lab of Ornithology Programs, March 28, 2017
Optics maker will be the lead sponsor for annual Young Birders Event
Witness Nature’s Wonders with NestWatch, March 22, 2017
Join the flock of bird lovers who report what they see at bird nests
American Bird Conservancy and Cornell Lab of Ornithology Join Forces, March 13, 2017
Partnership Aims to Turn the Tide for Migratory Birds
Watch an Endangered Seabird Hatch Live
, March 2, 2017
New hope for a species once thought to be extinct
New Grants to Protect Land and Birds, February 7, 2017
Cornell program offers support for land trusts
Join the 20th Great Backyard Bird Count, February 2, 2017
Bird watchers around the world take part, February 17-20
Get Fired Up for Spring Bird Migration with Cornell Ornithology Course, January 27, 2017
Course takes place March 29 through May 21.
2016 News Releases
Lyric Wild Bird Food Sponsors the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, December 22, 2016
Partnership will promote feeding wild birds
Merlin Bird Photo ID Mobile App Launches, December 14, 2016
Computer vision app can identify North American bird species from photographs
Apply Now for Mini-Grants to Support Community Events, November 17, 2016
Activities connect birds, nature, and the arts
Give Bird Watchers the Gift of Knowledge, November 15, 2016
Cornell Lab of Ornithology educational resources last a lifetime
BirdSpotter Contest Spotlights Birds and People Who Watch Them, November 3, 2016
Project FeederWatch contest open to everyone
Celebrate Your Birds and 30 Years of Project FeederWatch, October 27, 2016
Long-running citizen-science project captures vital data
Study: Last Reservoirs of Genetic Diversity Crucial to Survival of Florida Scrub-Jay, October 13, 2016
Small, isolated jay populations contribute to overall genetic health
Citizen Scientists Along West Coast to Count Brown Pelicans this Saturday, October 13, 2016
eBird surveys will aid in conservation of species
Create Wildlife-Friendly Spaces With Habitat Network, October 3, 2016
Free citizen-science tool can be used anywhere
Free First Lesson in New Cornell Lab Bird Biology Course, September 27, 2016
Completely revised text now available
See the World’s Best Natural History Collections on Google’s New Arts & Culture Institute, Sept. 13, 2016
Cornell Lab of Ornithology interactive is part of the show
Take In a Fall Favorite: Migration Celebration, September 8, 2016
Free event takes place at the Cornell Lab on September 17
Middle Schoolers Flock Together to Build a Better Future for Birds, September 6, 2016
NestWatch workshop promotes interest in birds and nature
Forest Elephants Need a Century to Recover from Poaching, August 30, 2016
Study finds extremely slow reproduction rate unable to keep pace with deaths
Familiar “Butterbutt” Songbird Could Be at Least Three Different Species, August 24, 2016
Genetic work identifies where DNA diverged
Genomes of Golden-Winged and Blue-Winged Warblers Look to be 99.97% Alike, August 18, 2016
New research findings could have implications for conservation of one of America’s fastest declining songbirds
What’s Your Bird Personality? Take the Quiz! July 27, 2016
New Initiative Aims to Protect Birds on Private Lands, july 6, 2016
The Land Trust Alliance and the Cornell Lab of Ornithology join forces
New Report: The State of North America’s Birds 2016, May 19, 2016
One-third of North American bird species need urgent conservation action.
Fun New Books About Birds for All Ages, May 12, 2016
Quality titles released by the Cornell Lab Publishing Group
Right Whales Threatened by Planned Seismic Surveys Say Scientists, April 14, 2016
Letter to Obama Administration urges a reversal on permits for seismic surveys
Volunteers Needed for Brown Pelican Survey, April 7, 2016
Two-hour blitz will gather much-needed West Coast population data
Watch a Wild California Condor Chick Hatch—Live! April 4, 2016
Streaming video carried on Cornell Lab Bird Cams website
Celestron Sponsors the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, March 28, 2016
Outreach to children is a key component of the sponsorship
Study Clarifies Malaria “Family Tree,” March 23, 2016
Blood sample analyses show which mammals were infected first
Join the NestWatch Flock this Spring, March 17, 2016
Observations benefit birds, science, and participants
Cornell Spring Field Ornithology Course Goes Online, January 27, 2016
Lectures on birding and Northeast species available to everyone
Citizen Science Reveals Annual Bird Migrations Across Continents, January 20, 2016
Data-driven animation shows routes for 118 species
Look for El Niño Surprises During the Great Backyard Bird Count, January 19, 2016
GBBC returns February 12-15, 2016
2015 News Releases
Racing Extinction Documentary Features Cornell Lab Scientist, December 2, 2015
Worldwide call issued to halt extinctions through personal change
Holiday Gifts for Bird Watchers, November 16, 2015
Items support bird research, conservation, and education
Spotlight Your Birds in the BirdSpotter Photo Contest, November 10, 2015
Great prizes offered every week by Droll Yankees
Become a FeederWatcher to Help the Birds, November 5, 2015
Every bird observation reported makes a difference
New Book is a Joyful Celebration of Birds, October 27, 2015
The Living Bird: 100 Years of Listening to Nature
Greater Sage-Grouse Will Not Be Listed for Protection Under the Endangered Species Act
Statement by Cornell Lab of Ornithology director Dr. John W. Fitzpatrick, September 22, 2015
Migration Celebration & Centennial Open House: What Will You Discover? September 3, 2015
Cornell Lab of Ornithology opens its doors for a special day
First Live-Streaming Views of Wild Condor Nests, August 26, 2015
Conservation partners launch cams at two nests in California
What’s That Bird?, June 4, 2015
Snap a photo. Now computers can ID the bird.
New Waterfowl Foldout Series Simplifies ID, May 19, 2015
Take these Cornell Lab of Ornithology guides anywhere
Documentary Highlights Threatened Sage-Grouse and Sagebrush Ecosystem, May 13, 2015
Cornell Lab of Ornithology film airs on PBS NATURE on May 20
Birders Tally Half the World’s Bird Species in 24 Hours, May 12, 2015
More than 110 countries take part in new birding event
Massive Southern Invasions by Northern Birds Linked to Climate Shifts, May 11, 2015
Study finds climate pattern is behind Pine Siskin irruptions
Enter the BirdSleuth Youth Writing & Art Contest, May 7, 2015
Show or describe birds and nature in your neighborhood
World’s Largest 24-Hour Bird Tally, May 9, April 29, 2015
Can bird watchers find half of the world’s bird species to raise awareness for conservation?
Find a Funky Nest Near You! April 15, 2015
Contest showcases unusual bird nesting sites
Learn How You Can Help Nesting Birds, March 19, 2015
Watching birds at the nest is fun–and fuels bird conservation
Time Spent Outdoors Boosts Conservation Action, March 10, 2015
New study reveals strong link between wildlife recreation and conservation
Get a Taste of Spring Field Ornithology, March 4, 2015
Free session offers window into a local tradition
Great Backyard Bird Count Sets New Species Record, March 3, 2015
Nearly half the world’s species identified in four days
Carl Zeiss Sports Optics Continues Sponsorship of Cornell Lab Programs, February 26, 2015
Support includes lead sponsorship of Young Birders Event
Warbler Fidelity to their Mates Based on Caterpillar Numbers, February 11, 2015
Research shows Black-throated Blue Warblers change behavior based on food availability
Hummingbird in Tropical Backyards is a New Species, Researchers Say, February 5, 2015
Look-alike hummers may be two separate species
Bird Watchers Help Federal Agencies Pinpoint Conservation Priorities, January 27, 2015
Birds switch “landlords” during the year, study shows; highlights need for cooperation
Show Birds Some Love on Valentine’s Weekend!, January 21, 2015
Join the Great Backyard Bird Count
Witness the Wonder of Migration, January 15, 2015
Register now for eight-week Spring Field Ornithology Course
2014 News Releases
Enter the BirdSpotter Photo Contest, November 25, 2014
Your backyard bird images could win great prizes!
Top 10 Gifts for Birders and for Birds, November 18, 2014
Items support bird research, conservation, and education
Threatened Status for Gunninson Sage-Grouse a “Wise Compromise,” November 13, 2014
Comments from Cornell Lab of Ornithology Director Dr. John W. Fitzpatrick
New Bird Biology Website Awakens the Sense of Discovery, October 23, 2014
Enjoy interactive activities about bird song, feathers, and more
Got Birds? Tell FeederWatch!, October 16, 2014
Don’t let what happens at the feeder stay at the feeder
New Tree of Life Traces Evolution of a Spectacular Bird Group, October 14, 2014
South American cotinga family is known for weird looks and sounds
Celebrate Amazing Autumn Bird Migration, October 2, 2014
Family-friendly event at Sapsucker Woods spurs appreciation of nature
“Green Wave” Explains Bird Migration Routes, September 11, 2014
New study reveals why many migratory birds don’t fly in straight lines
Climate Change Science Aided by Huge but “Invisible” Efforts of Amateurs, September 3, 2014
Many studies rely on citizen-science data, but few acknowledge it
10th Anniversary of Birds of North America Online, September 2, 2014
Dynamic reference stays current with the latest science
Name That Bird! Merlin App Identifies 400 Species, August 26, 2014
Cornell releases free Android app just in time for fall migration
Study Surprise: Many Bird Species Exposed to “Eye Disease,” August 12, 2014
Feeder birds not the only species affected
Maybe Birds Can Have It All: Dazzling Colors and Pretty Songs, Too, June 18, 2014
Major songbird study counters the idea of trade-offs limiting evolution
Maya Lin’s Latest Sculpture in Final Memorial Unveiled, June 4, 2014
The “Sound Ring” spotlights extinct and endangered species
Celestron Sponsors the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, June 2, 2014
Goal is to introduce birding to a broader audience
Find Funky Nests in Funky Places!, May 15, 2014
Annual contest seeks unusual nesting sites
Student Birding Team Raises $50,000+ for Conservation, May 13,2014
Cornell Team wins World Series of Birding championship
Cornell Birding Team Finds 275 Species in 24 Hours, May 6, 2014
A new route through Arizona and California pays off for bird conservation
Cornell Students a Triple Threat at World Series of Birding, May 6, 2014
Teams compete in multiple divisions to raise funds for undergraduate research
Flyways for Flyweights: Small Birds Capitalize on Weather Patterns During Epic Migrations, May 5, 2014
Concept of migration flyways gets an update for small terrestrial birds
Join New “YardMap” Project to Create Bird Habitat, May 1, 2014
Unique citizen-science program begins in the backyard
Two Hawk Chicks Hatch!, April 28, 2014
Watch Cornell Lab Bird Cams: a third egg is due to hatch soon
Nation’s Top Birding Team Seeks New Record, April 24, 2014
A 24-hour quest to find the most birds and raise funds for conservation
Scientists Acknowledge Crucial Role of Volunteers in Advancing Research, March 31, 2014
Citizen scientists seen as indispensable sources of data and insight
Join NestWatch for a Season of Discovery, March 20, 2014
Watching birds at the nest is fun–and it helps scientists
Citizen Scientists Needed For New Barn Swallow Study, March 13, 2014
Researchers will study the effects of artificial light on the pace of life
Free Lecture Opens a Window on Local Bird Life, March 11, 2014
Learn more about a birding course that’s perfect for everyone
Warming Temperatures Are Pushing Two Chickadee Species–and Their Hybrids–Northward, March 6, 2014
DNA sleuthing confirms chickadee “hybrid zone” marching northward as climate warms
Escalator to Extinction: Climate Change Pushing Tropical Birds Up the Mountain…and Off, February 18, 2014
Research predicts localized bird extinctions because of climate change.
Record Number of Countries Join the Great Backyard Bird Count, February 18, 2014
Bird watcherson pace to shatter records
Cities Support More Native Biodiversity Than Previously Thought, February 13, 2014
New research finds the world’s cities retain a unique natural ecosystem
Build New Skills With Spring Birding Course, January 22, 2014
Annual Spring Field Ornthology course runs March 26-May 18
Get Geared Up for the Great Backyard Bird Count! January 16, 2014
Bird watchers around the world neded to gather crucial data
What’s That Bird? A New App Names the Birds You See, January 13, 2014
“Merlin” iPhone app asks five questions, reveals nearby birds
2013 News Releases
- Second Wave of Snowy Owls May Be Coming, December 10, 2013
Incredible “irruption” making news across the Northeast and Great Lakes regions - Birds at Your Feeder Provide Clues to Scientists, November 26, 2013
Help needed to track disease affecting House Finches - Win Binoculars in Contest About Feathers!, November 21, 2013
Share your photos and stories - More to Love and Learn About Birds: 10 Holiday Gift Ideas, November 19, 2013
Your purchase helps support Cornell Lab programs for the birds - BirdSpotter Photo Contest Begins, October 31, 2013
Enter your backyard bird images for great prizes! - Noisy Human Activities Drown Out the Voices of Whales, October 22, 2013
Lab Bioacoustics Research Project partners in study - Take a Fresh Look at Nature with Project FeederWatch, October 22, 2013
More participants needed to track birds at their feeders - Infidelity in Australian Bird May Be the Secret Keeping a Species Together, October 2, 2013
Colorful and intriguing sexual selection research from Down Under - Bird Songs Altered by PCB Contamination, Study Finds, September 18, 2013
Effects linked to particular PCBs—even at low levels - New Online eBird Central America Portal, August 27, 2013; Español
An information and reporting site for a growing birding community - New Postdoctoral Scholars Program Launched, August 13, 2013
Two positions available in 2-13-14 - Go Online to Be a Better Birder, August 7, 2013
New self-paced tutorials highlight key bird ID skills - Remembering Ted Parker, August 1, 2013
The legacy of this legendary field biologist and conservationist lives on - Crowdsourced Data Reveal Feats of Bird Migration for 102 Species, July 26, 2013
Sightings database yields insight into movement patterns, conservation needs - Bird Mystery Solved: Morphing Chicken Pathogens Behind House Finch Apocalypse, July 11, 2013
Scientific detective work shows how diseases evolve and jump to new hosts - Lost Treasure of the Sierra Madre? June 5, 2013
Cornell Lab author describes the search for the world’s rarest bird - “Master Set” of 4,938 Downloadable Bird Sounds Released by Cornell, May 29, 2013
Most comprehensive audio guide to North American birds took 80 years to create - Cornell Students Ace Birding Competition, May 16, 2013
World Series of Birding raises funds for bird research and conservation - Great Blue Heron Chick Hatches on Live Cornell Cam, May 15, 2013
Thousands watch as the first of five eggs hatches - Dr. Robert Ridgely Receives Arthur A. Allen Award, May 7, 2013
Cornell Lab of Ornithology bestows honor - Cornell Students Seek World Series of Birding Title, May 2, 2013
Team Redhead raises bird conservation and research funds in May 11 event - YardWorks Contest: Neighbors Join Forces to Create Bird-Friendly Yards, April 30, 2013
New York State residents can win free landscape design advice - Migration Celebration Welcomes Birds, Families, and Spring, April 30, 2013
Annual Cornell Lab of Ornithology event returns May 11 - Cornell Team Sets New U.S. Birding Record, April 26, 2013
“Perfect storm” of weather and timing produces stunning species total - Most Wanted: Find a Funky Nest! April 24, 2013
Contest highligihts oddball bird-nest locations - Hawks Hatch on Earth Day, April 22, 2013
Thousands thrilled while watching live Cornell cam - Cornell Birders Head to Texas for Record-Breaking Attempt, April 18, 2013
Final species tally will raise funds for bird conservation - Get Rapt About Raptors with New ID Guide, April 4, 2013
Panoramic scenes show birds the way people really see them - Carl Zeiss Sponsors the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, April 2, 2013
Optics company supports Lab birding team and Young Birders Event - Watch a Nest to Help the Birds, March 28, 2013
Scientists ask for your help to understand why some birds are declining - Global Great Backyard Bird Count Shatters Records, February 21, 2013
Four days, more than 100 countries, and 25.5 million birds! - Science, Beauty Converge in New Birds-of-Paradise Website, February 19, 2013
Exclusive footage reveals facets of evolution in breathtaking detail - Cornell Lab Releases Unprecedented Video of the Critically Endangered Spoon-billed Sandpiper, Feb. 7, 2013
Footage reveals an intimate look, including first moments of life, for a little-known bird on the brink of extinction - Great Backyard Bird Count Goes Global Feb. 15-18, February 5, 2013
Bird watchers worldwide invited to participate online - Winter Finch Invasion Setting New Records, January 31, 2013
Join Project FeederWatch to report birds at your feeder - Watch the World Wake Up This Spring, January 24, 2013
Build skills, friendships, and connection to nature with Spring Field Ornithology course - Amazing Wildlife Sounds for All Ears, January 15, 2013
World’s largest natural sound archive goes digital - New Young Birders Network Aims to Fledge Teen Birders, January 8
Online info hub connects young birders with peers and resources across the country
2012 News Releases
- Park & Refuge Visitors Find Local Information With “eBird Info Center,” December 4, 2012
New functions help visitors find birds and other local attractions and resources - No Birds Left Behind, November 2012
New contest seeks entries showing how people help birds in cities - All 39 Bird-of-Paradise Species Documented for First Time, November 2012
Photographs, videos reveal new discoveries about world’s most extraordinary birds - Top “Birdy” Gifts for the Holidays, November 15, 2012
Gifts for nature lovers that support bird conservation at the same time - Call For Mini-Grant Applicants, November 6, 2012
Funds support neighborhood events about birds and nature - Great Backyard Bird Count Goes Global in 2013, October 29, 2012
Bird watchers worldwide can take part for the first time - Forecast: Party Sunny, Mostly Birdy, October 17, 2012
Project FeederWatch needs more participants to track winter bird movements - National Geographic Young Explorers Grant Workshop at Cornell, September 4, 2012
October 13 workshop is free for registered students - New Bird Species Discovered in Peru, August 6, 2012
A bird never before described by science is discovered and named by Cornell University graduates - Young Birders Flock to Cornell Lab of Ornithology, July 16
Teens learn how to turn their passion into a career - Fan Out to Find Funky Nests! May 23
Annual contest seeks unusual nesting sites - Cornell Birding Team Bikes to 164-Species Victory, May 16
World Series of Birding win raises funds for conservation - Cornell Students Chase Fourth World Series of Birding Win, May 8
The Redheads compete to raise funds for student research - Cornell Birders Overcome Obstacles to Tie American Record, May 1
Marathon 24 hours of birding raises funds for conservation - “Reality TV” for Birds–in High Def, April 30
Groundbreaking 24/7 video feeds offer rare glimpse into heron nest - Snowy Surprise: Hawk Eggs Hatch as Thousands Watch, April 24
Live video streams from 70 feet above Cornell campus - Cornell Birders Plan 24-hour Race to Set Record, April 17
Goal is to find the most bird species and raise the most money for conservation - Swarovski Optik Sponsors eBird Website, April 12
Optics company supports worldwide online bird-reporting project - New BirdLog App Transforms Bird Watching, April 5
Users share bird sightings using their smartphones - Get a New View of Bird Life with NestWatch, April 3
Help track changes in bird nesting activities - Bird Ranges Shift Northward, But Not as Fast as Climate, March 27
Study finds shifts in bird ranges lag decades behind changes in temperature - In an Unusual Winter–Where and Why Birds Traveled, March 21
Insights from record-breaking Great Backyard Bird Count - Carl Zeiss Sponsors the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, March 5
Carl Zeiss Sports Optics will sponsor several programs in the coming year - Capture the Sounds of Nature at Recording Workshop, March 1
Register now for annual Cornell Lab of Ornithology course - New Research Reveals Crucial Habitat Design Needed for Endangered Florida Scrub-Jay, February 22
Study finds a direct connection between genetic variation and geographic distance - Join the Great Backyard Bird Count February 17-20, February 6
Unusual winter weather could make this one of the most intriguing counts ever - Banish Winter Blues with Spring Birds, January 18
Sign up for the eight-week Spring Field Ornithology course held at the Cornell Lab - Good News for a Bad-Luck Bird, January 13
First-ever images of a Black-capped Petrel chick; search for other nests
2011 News Releases
- Green Gifts That Help the Birds, December 9
Gifts for bird watchers also support the Cornell Lab and its programs - Call for Mini-Grant Applicants, November 3
Celebrate Urban Birds grants help fund neighborhood events about birds and nature - More FeederWatchers Needed to Track Generations of Birds, November 1
Project FeederWatch kicks off its 25th anniversary season - New Study Analyzes Only Known Footage of Vanished Imperial Woodpecker, October 26
Film captured in Mexico in 1956 shows a lone female foraging and flying - Great Backyard Bird Count Perfect for New Birders, October 24
Looking ahead to the 15th annual event in February 2012 - “My Bird World” Keeps Players and Virtual Birds Happy, October 20
New interactive bird games for iPad released by the Cornell Lab and Five Ravens - Close Encounters of the Bird Kind, October 7
Seasonal challenge from Celebrate Urban Birds spotlights interactions with birds - Got Bird Questions? There’s an App for That, May 25
Cornell Lab Q & A app addresses the most common questions asked about birds - Cornell Student Team Defends Title at the World Series of Birding, May 5
“The Redheads” return to New Jersey to defend their title in the Cape May County division - “Go Wild–Go Birding!” at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, April 28
The Cornell Lab holds its fifth annual Migration Celebration - Cornell Birding Team Breaks National Record, April 27
Team Sapsucker tallies 264 species during 24-hour birding marathon in Texas - Cornell’s Top Birders Aim for National Record, April 19
Team Sapsucker will head to Texas to try to break the national record for species tallied in 24 hours - Great Backyard Bird Count Produced a “Gold Mine” of Information, April 4
Results of the 2011 event - As Birds Hatch, Citizens Track Life at the Nest, March 15
A new season of NestWatch is about to begin - Third Annual “Funky Nests in Funky Places” Contest, March 9
Celebrate Urban Birds challenge highlights all the weird places birds build nests - Fast-Growing Social Networking Site WeLoveBirds.org Celebrates First-Year Anniversary, February 9
Birding story contest launched on anniversary of new website for birders - Two Nations Count Their Birds, February 8
Announcing the next Great Backyard Bird Count, February 18-21 - Register Now for Spring Birding Course, February 1
Ramping up for another Spring Field Ornithology class - Rusty Blackbird Blitz, January 26
Look for and count this mysteriously vanishing species - Take the “Flights of Fancy” Challenge!, January 4
Celebrate Urban Birds challenge seeks entries focused on the flight of birds
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