Recent Acquisitions to the Academy’s Archives

Recent Acquisitions to the Academy’s Archives

October 1, 2024 Academy Editor Biodiversity, Birding, Botany, Entomology, Library

New pieces in our Archives shed light on our mission to preserve and represent diverse voices in the field of natural history

Learn About Urban Birding: A Q&A with Christian Cooper

May 22, 2024 Kaitlyn Kalosy Birding, Live Animals, Ornithology

On June 1, the Academy will host Black Excellence in Birding: An Evening with Christian Cooper, the 3rd annual black-tie gala and fledgling sneaker ball in support of Black Birders Week with special guest Christian Cooper, renowned New York Times best-selling author and National Geographic host.

Illustrating the Importance of Women in Science

March 12, 2024 Academy Editor Birding, Women In Natural Sciences

In the Academy’s Library and Archives, there are many examples of the important contributions of women.

Simple Ways to Support Spring Bird Migration

February 1, 2024 Academy Editor Biodiversity, Birding, Featured, Ornithology

Plants, feeders, birdhouses and even a few small alterations in our daily habits can go a long way in supporting the livelihood and diversity of avian species.

Science Is for Everyone: Grant Support Helps Share a Love of Birds

August 9, 2023 Academy Editor Birding, Ornithology, People

BEES PhD student Emily Griffith has been awarded over $10,000 in grant funding this year alone to further her ornithological research.

Studying New Hawk Communities Through Genetics and Collections

July 10, 2023 Academy Editor Biodiversity, Birding, Ornithology, People

Therese Catanach, PhD, a postdoctoral researcher in Ornithology who primarily studies hawks and their parasitic lice tells us about using genetics to understand birds of prey

New Tumbler Leaves Bird Specimens Hide and Dry

June 14, 2023 Academy Editor Birding, Ornithology, People

Engineering students from Middle Bucks Institute of Technology have successfully designed and developed a foldable hide tumbler in partnership with Academy scientists

New Exhibit Looks Into Drawing as a Way of Knowing Birds

May 21, 2023 Academy Editor Biodiversity, Birding, Exhibit

Illuminating Birds welcomes visitors to celebrate and feel inspired by ornithological illustrations

Academy Guide to Local Bird-watching Spots

April 1, 2023 Academy Editor Birding, Environmental Science, People

Discover new and fascinating local bird populations or spot astounding migrators that fly through the tri-state regions, simply by visiting one of these amazing nearby parks, preserves, refuges or gardens.