Birds

July 8, 2026

Neighborhood Crows Land on This Woman’s Head Every Single Day

Friends can come from the most unlikely of places, arriving in our lives in ways we’d never expect. That’s what happened to Joni Kamlet, who has formed an unexpected friendship with the crows in her San Francisco neighborhood. Every day, Kamlet walks 3 to 4 miles through her neighborhood. On one of those walks, she saw a neighbor having a funny interaction with the crows he was feeding—one landed right on his head.

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April 20, 2026

Ornate Wallpapers Frame Bird Portraits Exploring Domesticity and Desire [Interview]

The 18th-century naturalist and ornithologist George Edwards once claimed that “art and nature, like two sisters, should always walk hand in hand, so they may reciprocally aid and assist each other.” In Claire Rosen’s work, that philosophy has undoubtedly found new life. For years, the photographer has produced whimsical portraits of animals, ranging from bears and camels chowing down on elaborate banquets, to cats playfully exploring replicas of pool bars and artist studios.

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January 12, 2026

Smart Hummingbird Feeder Captures Slow-Motion Videos in 4K

Hummingbirds are known for being elusive creatures; so much so that catching a glimpse at them is considered a sign of good luck in many cultures. To make these encounters less of a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it experience, Birdfy has announced a new smart bird feeder designed with these speedy creatures in mind. The Birdfy Hum Bloom made its debut at CES 2026, and even earned a nod at the CES Innovation Awards.

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