It sounds like an owl, but this creature won’t be showing up in your backyard! In fact, the jocotoco antpitta[…]
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Not Your Ordinary Finch
Ornithology Collection Manager Nate Rice helps us track down a nomadic bird that visits the Philadelphia area during the winter.[…]
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Celebrating Latin and Hispanic Heritage in the Sciences at the Academy
In English, Spanish and Portuguese, Academy scientists open up about their careers, cultures and creating diverse opportunities for excellence in research.
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Simple Ways to Support Spring Bird Migration
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.
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What Exactly Are the Archives and Why Are They Important?
The Academy celebrates Archives Month by delving in the wondrous world of accessible history
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New Exhibit Looks Into Drawing as a Way of Knowing Birds
Illuminating Birds welcomes visitors to celebrate and feel inspired by ornithological illustrations
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Four Ways to Get Involved in Science!
Discover environmental communities who are making a difference in our natural world and learn how you can join, too!
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Celebrating 10 Years of BEES With Department Head David Velinsky, PhD
Q&A about the history of the BEES Department, how it has grown over the last 10 years and its many success stories
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Bird Migrations: Timeless and Threatened
New York Times bestselling author Scott Weidensaul talks about the wonders of bird migration, Lights Out Philly and what we can do to help
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Community Science to the Rescue, One Flipped Horseshoe Crab at a Time
Horseshoe crabs and shorebirds benefit from the amazing work of BEES instructor and volunteers in the Delaware Bay
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