The Smithsonian celebrates beautiful birds in our museums, our research centers, our gardens, and in coffee shops. We hold, care for, and share artistic and scientific observations compiled over ...

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A groundbreaking research project aims to explore kittiwakes’ unique role in urban ecology and propose innovative strategies to ensure the birds can coexist successfully with humans in the future.