birds

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Native nesting birds, like bald eagles, are protected under federal law, and disturbing active nests can “disrupt breeding and impact their success,” the department said in the post.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

When the eggs hatch, the birds are then reared to point of fledge.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

“It’s the same for many of our raptors,” Benitez added, pointing out the birds of prey that were our constant companions.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026

"The cervical vertebrae of Kank show special structures for muscle attachment and the protection of neck blood vessels, features particularly important in modern birds with complex neck movements, such as herons," says Dr. Motta.

From Science Daily • May 29, 2026

I gesture at the trees around us, where, sure enough, several birds are chirping.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison