The World from PRX

birds

“Judge,” a white-back vulture found in the wild as a fledgling by Victoria Falls Wildlife Trust cannot fly due to its deformed wing.
Environment
Southern African vultures subject to poisonings, extinction
At El Color de Mis Reves, or The Color of My Dreams, most of the land is covered by cloud forests. The owner wants the forest to regrow to give the wildlife more space.
Environment
Colombian farmers bet on bird-watching lodges to conserve forests
An Emperor penguin jumps out of the water.
Climate Change
With global warming, Emperor penguins will ‘have no place to breed’ says researcher
A man throws his hands in the air near a bird coop
Lifestyle
Turkey’s ancient practice of pigeon raising sees new life in quarantine 
Penguins stand on ice in Antarctica.
Environment
Emperor Penguins could march to extinction if nations fail to halt climate change
Bird migration
Environment
As the climate changes, migratory birds are losing their way
Scarlet tanager
Environment
Spring’s uncertain arrival poses problems for migrating birds
The Rumney Marsh, a haven to both birds and fish, sits in a highly industrial area north of Boston. For decades, the marsh's welfare has been in jeopardy due to its close proximity to an incinerator.
Residents worry Massachusetts waste incinerator is contaminating waterways
Flamingos have enjoyed a resurgence in Florida over the last 50 years. Notice that the young flamingo in the middle is gray and not the iconic pink. Flamingos gain their pinkish color over time through their diet — mainly shrimp.
Science
New study sheds light on the debate over the origins of flamingos in Florida
Lyrebird
Environment
You can help celebrate the Year of the Bird by finding ways, large and small, to protect them