Avian Journals
From well-being and nature to culture and conservation, we share what matters to modern birders. Written by the LYFER team, guest writers, and our community, these journals reflect our unique take on all things birds.

Part 2: Predators of the Golden-shouldered Parrot - A Battle for Survival.
[Estimated read: 5 minutes] This is the second article in our Avian Journal series. Where we’re continuing to shed light on the challenges facing the endangered Golden-shouldered Parrot conservati...
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Part 1: Golden-shouldered Parrot - Searching for a return to the Golden Years - The Ant-bed Parrot.
.With fewer than 800 remaining in the world, the Golden-shouldered Parrot is a striking symbol of beauty on the brink. This is an extraordinary bird, and it desperately needs our help. Nestled in...
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Nature’s Architects - How Bird Nests Inspire Architecture - Part Three
[Estimated read: 4-5 minutes] In the final chapter of our Nature’s Architects series, we journey to an amazing hilltop home in Costa Rica. Which is also home to the world's most vibrant bird life. ...
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Nature’s Architects - How Bird Nests Inspire Architecture - Part Two
"For centuries, birds have influenced architecture and design. After all, they are nature’s master architects. Crafting intricate nests and structures that blend function, beauty, and sustainabili...
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Nature’s Architects - How Bird Nests Inspire Architecture - Part One
For centuries, birds have inspired the world of ‘built-form’, they are, afterall, nature’s master Architects, crafting intricate nests and structures that blend function, beauty, and sustainability.
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