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California Gnatcatcher: The Sprightly Sagebrush Survivor

15 Birds Making an Unbelievable Comeback in California

Gargi Chakravorty

Picture this: just forty years ago, majestic California condors soared down to a heartbreaking count of only twenty-seven birds worldwide. Today, California’s skies tell a completely different story. From coastal pelicans diving into Pacific waves to secretive rails calling from hidden marsh corners, the Golden State has become a stunning showcase of conservation triumphs that’ll ...

Midwest Bald Eagles: 10 Record Counts You Won't Believe

Midwest Bald Eagles: 10 Record Counts You Won’t Believe

Andrew Alpin

Picture this: you’re driving through the heart of America, and suddenly you spot a magnificent bird with a snow-white head soaring overhead. You’ve just witnessed one of the greatest conservation success stories of our time. The bald eagle population has climbed to an estimated 316,700 individual bald eagles, including 71,400 nesting pairs. This estimate indicates ...