Birds of a feather may flock together, but it seems they’ve ruffled some feathers in the birdwatching world! A controversial initiative is in full flight to rename North American birds that were named after individuals, citing historical ties to racism and exclusion. While activists argue for a more inclusive aviary lexicon, critics squawk that tradition and scientific contributions are being plucked away. Click here to get the full scoop on this ‘egg-citing’ naming dispute!

 

All Birds Named After White People Will Be Renamed For ‘Racial Justice’