Britain’s Oldest Red Kite Unearthed in a Tale of Timeless Soaring
In a remarkable discovery, a red kite has been identified as the oldest to have thrived in the wild in Britain and Ireland. This avian veteran was spotted in Llanybydder,…
How Allocating 10% of Farmland to Nature-Friendly Measures Resurrects Bird Populations
A study led by the RSPB underscores the need for a more strategic approach to wildlife-friendly farming schemes to revive England’s farmland bird populations. Published in the Journal of Applied…
Unraveling the Enigma of an African Guineafowl’s Urban Odyssey in Sydney
Initially an anomaly wandering through an otherwise mundanely commonplace suburb, the inquisitive creature persists, navigating its solitary existence with an air of quiet mystery. For two months, we affectionately called…
2023 Australian Bird of the Year Crowned: Swift Parrot Takes the Title
Critically endangered parrot narrowly pips the tawny frogmouth, runner-up for the third time in the biennial Guardian/BirdLife Australia poll In a dazzling turn of events during the biennial Guardian/BirdLife Australia…
Australian Politicians Unveil Their Quirky Choices for Bird of the Year
Anthony Albanese opts for the familiar with the sulphur-crested cockatoo, while the tawny frogmouth gains popularity among MPs securing key seats from the Liberals. The tawny frogmouth is the bird…
Palm Cockatoos: Wild Serenades with Tailor-Made Drumsticks
These instruments are integral to their mating display, showcasing remarkable avian creativity. In the enthralling world of wild palm cockatoos, akin to teenage heartthrobs flaunting sticker-studded guitar cases, love isn’t…
Transforming Redonda: A Remarkable Tale of Island Restoration Success
In the transformative year of 2016, a visionary conservation endeavor took root to resurrect the enchanting island of Redonda, nestled within the embrace of Antigua and Barbuda in the Caribbean.…
Echoes of Majesty: Carnaby’s Cockatoo, Once Sky-Darkening, Now Enchantingly Rare
Once, these serene and jubilant birds graced Perth’s skies as guardians, now facing endangerment amid vanishing habitats. Join the celebration of Australia’s Bird of the Year poll. Dive into our…
Feathered Adventures: A Man and His Turkey, Unbreakable Bonds Beyond the Coop
Animal lover Dave Brooker goes everywhere with his beloved pet turkey that has followed him everywhere from the pub to the dentist since she was born two years ago on…
The Unlikely Journey of Rare Flamingos, A Pennsylvania Phenomenon Post-Hurricane Idalia
Birders are flocking to the East Coast for a rare spectacle as Hurricane Idalia potentially diverted a group of flamingos from their usual path between Cuba and Mexico. These unexpected…