Birds - Cornell Lab of Ornithology

New NestCams are live
Visit our new web site for a virtual window into the family life of birds.

Tell us what you think
Visit our new blog to learn about our upcoming website redesign efforts and to share your opinion.

Discover nesting birds!
Experience the wonder of life at the nest while contributing to science. If you've ever seen a bird nest, or would like to, we need your help.

All About Birds
Information about more than 500 species, plus maps, sounds, and images--free!

Andy Goldsworthy builds cairn in Sapsucker Woods
Acclaimed artist works with Cornell students, leaves legacy in Sapsucker Woods Sanctuary. Article and video.

Common nighthawks: Can corporate partnerships help?
Graduate student Rebecca Lohnes investigates whether nighthawks may benefit from nesting on the gravel rooftops of chain stores.

Famous and not-so famous birders
Members of the Lab share anecdotes about the people who inspired their interest in birds.

Spotlight on Painted Buntings
Learn more about this beautiful species and find out how your sightings can aid in conservation efforts.

Sapsucker Woods Events pdf
Schedule of Monday night seminars, art exhibits, and book readings at the Lab of Ornithology

A tribute to Roger Slothower
Lab staff mourned the loss of friend and colleague Roger Slothower, who created more than 8 million maps, including those for the Great Backyard Bird Count and eBird.

eBird Trail Tracker
New, interactive, bird observation and information software for visitors' centers at parks and wildlife refuges

The Birds of North America Online
18,000 pages of information on North America's breeding birds, now online!

Vulture crisis deepens

Bermuda Petrel returns to Nonsuch Island (Bermuda) after 400 years

Short-tailed Albatross chicks moved out of the shadow of the volcano

Beck's Petrel flies back from extinction

Bald Ibis Jigsaw Falling into Place

Local increase in vultures thanks to diclofenac campaign in Nepal