Purple Martin “I went to Venice Rookery, an Audubon location, hoping for an opportunity to get some great photos of the nesting wading birds as I often am able to get there. Then, I noticed the purple ...

Parrots are unique among birds in how they produce the pigmentation that makes their vibrant feathering. It turns out a single enzyme calibrates the reds and yellows of a parrot's brilliance.

In May 1950, with subscriptions declining, the Purple Parrot ended its flight. “The old bird did not always live wisely,” said the farewell statement, “but it shall die with dignity.” The following ...