Erik Shelley

March 17, 2026

'Birdbrain' Benefits

Erik Shelley

March 17, 2026

'Birdbrain' benefits: How being an expert birdwatcher may boost cognition

New research shows that seasoned birders — including older adults — had denser tissue in parts of the brain tied to attention and perception.

Read the article on the NBC News website.

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