Trump administration moves ahead on gutting protections for birds

The wildlife service acknowledges that the rollback would have a 'negative' effect on the many bird species covered by the 1918 Migratory Bird Treaty Act, which range from hawks and eagles to seabirds, storks, songbirds and sparrows.

Life as a bird landlord means high turnover in backyard tenants

This spring, birds moved into a Portland neighborhood in a big way.

Maine Observer: Whether or not we listen

In this season of beauty and terror, it's important not to take even the most common birdsongs for granted.

Birding: From log-cock to high-hole, names come with charming backstories

A 1957 list of standard common names, which is periodically updated, keeps them all straight.

Sounds of extinct species call to listeners

Musician and sound artist Steve Norton brings his sound installation to Maine Audubon. Tragically, it's the only way you will ever hear these vanished birds and amphibians.

Maine loon population appears strong despite slight drop in numbers

The Audubon Society says the number of adult loons is more than twice the count from the mid-1980s.

Birding: Scientists fed city crows a concentrated diet of cheeseburgers

Their research question: What's the best address for a crow for optimal health? The city or the countryside?

Hunting: The logic behind duck names is anything but logical

Whether you're thinking about the common name or the scientific one, it often is a baffling name game.

New Falmouth preserve takes wing as much-needed bird sanctuary

New studies show that birds are at high risk through climate change, particularly in Maine.

Keeping the beat of a fall migration