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Biologist stunned by unusual materials found packed inside bird nest: 'The oldest layer is as old as me'

Researchers in Amsterdam have discovered that Eurasian coots are building nests using plastic waste dating back decades. One nest contained 635 artificial items, including a 1994 FIFA World Cup ...
WUWM

Chirp Chat: How do birds build nests in Wisconsin? With twigs, mud, spiderweb and more

A male and female Baltimore oriole feed their young while perched on their hanging nest, which is made of materials like thin twigs, plant cotton and bark strips. Spring is in the air — which means ...
The New York Times

I Love Finding Birds’ Nests, but What’s in Them Troubles Me

Dr. Rohwer is the curator of birds and mammals at the Cornell University Museum of Vertebrates. Most birds go to great lengths to hide their nests. So when I find one, invariably so carefully crafted ...
PBS

Birds That Build: Nature’s Ingenious Architects

Ranger Mac showcases bird nests and explores how birds design and build their homes. Join Ranger Mac as he examines bird nests and celebrates birds as nature’s master builders. From robins and ...