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🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Legendary ornithologist Raivo Mänd has passed away

Raivo Mänd, a prominent Estonian ornithologist and zoologist, has died at the age of 71, remembered for his significant contributions to avian ecology and the reestablishment of the Estonian Ornithological Society.

Mar 21 • 07:43 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Life & Tech

“I envy that marvelous era”

The article discusses the life of John James Audubon, highlighting the contradictions and embellishments in his depictions of birds, particularly the Lincoln's Sparrow.

Mar 19 • 20:44 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

PHOTO: The storks are returning. Over a hundred nests are already occupied in the Czech Republic

The return of storks to the Czech Republic marks the onset of spring, with over 140 nests reported occupied by mid-March.

Mar 15 • 20:26 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Scientists invite Estonians to observe the arrival of migratory birds

The Estonian Ornithological Society is encouraging locals to report sightings of incoming migratory birds to collect data on spring migration.

Mar 14 • 10:15 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Minimum 40 Birds Day: Ornithologists Remind How to Help Returning Feathered Friends

Ornithologists in Lithuania highlight the importance of helping migratory birds returning to the country as climate change affects their migration patterns.

Mar 10 • 05:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

A Bird Set a World Record for a 13,560 KM Flight

A bar-tailed godwit has set a world record by flying non-stop from Alaska to Tasmania over a distance of 13,560 km.

Mar 9 • 05:34 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Ornithologist: Warmer Winters Bring Migratory Birds to Estonia Earlier

An ornithologist in Estonia highlights that warmer winters are causing migratory birds to arrive earlier in the country.

Mar 8 • 09:38 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Ornithologist optimistic that live stream will catch owls nesting

An ornithologist expresses hope that a newly set-up camera will successfully capture a pair of owls nesting in a suitable location in Latvia.

Mar 6 • 16:36 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Anyone with blackbirds and blue tits in their gardens told 'do this'

A BBC Springwatch researcher advises against feeding garden birds, claiming it could cause more harm than good.

Mar 6 • 16:14 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Loud, big, and strong – introducing Latvia's largest woodpecker, the black woodpecker

The article explores the characteristics and behaviors of the black woodpecker, Latvia's largest woodpecker species.

Mar 4 • 10:35 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

The first migratory birds have arrived

The arrival of the first migratory birds in Estonia signifies the onset of the spring nesting season.

Mar 2 • 19:33 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The scene at the book fair outraged K. Kukliauskaitė: the answer is with the author herself

The presentation of a northern white-faced owl at the Vilnius book fair raised concerns about the appropriateness of such a setting for a nocturnal predator.

Mar 2 • 17:39 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Life & Tech

Do you recognize familiar birds from images? Test yourself - 13/13 is a real ornithologist's score

The article presents a quiz that challenges readers to identify bird species that can be seen in Finland during winter.

Feb 28 • 11:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Sonny the Corella Denies Statistics: Lived Double the Age Commonly Found in These Birds

Sonny the Corella has lived to double the average lifespan of its species, which raises questions about the accuracy of statistical data on bird longevity.

Feb 19 • 05:36 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

We Need Two Engines and Bubble Windows. How to Count Wintering Birds on the Latvian Coast from an Airplane

The counting of wintering birds from an airplane is coordinated across all Baltic Sea countries to ascertain their populations, with particular concern for declining species such as the jackdaw.

Feb 13 • 11:25 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Ornithologists report tree felled with eagle nest

An eagle nest tree has been felled near Skælskør, prompting a police report from DOF Birdlife, as the species is protected in Denmark.

Feb 11 • 08:54 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Why have the tits disappeared from my feeders? Possible reasons - many

An ornithologist explains why birds, particularly tits, may have vanished from feeders, pointing to factors such as harsh winter conditions and changes in their social behavior.

Feb 10 • 11:52 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Stardom

The article discusses the allure of birdwatching in the Camargue region of France, particularly at the Pont de Gau park.

Feb 9 • 06:36 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

Garwolin wants to get rid of crows

Authorities in Garwolin plan to scare away and destroy the nests of crows, which has raised serious concerns among ornithologists who warn against such actions.

Feb 6 • 11:38 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
Life & Tech

Ornithologists: Bird feeding must continue every day until spring

Ornithologist Viesturs Ķerus stresses the importance of daily bird feeding throughout winter to prevent energy waste as birds search for food.

Feb 5 • 14:54 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
Life & Tech

How Harry Potter Hurt Owls: 'Many Birds Died in a Short Time'

The article discusses the negative impact of the Harry Potter franchise on owl populations, as noted by ornithologists.

Jan 31 • 05:23 UTC
🇨🇿 iRozhlas
National & Local

They Enter the Reserve and Disturb the Birds. The Behavior of Ice-Skaters at Nové Mlýny Bothers Ornithologists and the Community

Ornithologists and local residents are concerned about the disturbances caused by ice-skaters in the Nové Mlýny reserve.

Jan 15 • 09:51 UTC
🇨🇿 iRozhlas
National & Local

Set your alarms for Bird Hour. A nationwide ornithological survey is starting

The article announces the commencement of a nationwide ornithological research initiative, encouraging citizens to set their alarms for Bird Hour.

Jan 10 • 04:35 UTC

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