P.E.I. birders need to learn new names as ornithological society makes big change

About 25 species of birds seen on Prince Edward Island will have new names in 2024, as the American Ornithological Society moves to change the name of any bird named for a person. The idea has ruffled a few feathers, but Island birders say they're okay with it.

P.E.I. birders need to learn new names as ornithological society makes big change
A woman in a pink jacket and binoculars stands next to a harbour

About 25 species of birds seen on Prince Edward Island will have new names in 2024, as the American Ornithological Society moves to change the name of any bird named for a person. The idea has ruffled a few feathers, but Island birders say they're okay with it.