Iconic Australian bird reveals hidden farming talent
A beloved Australian bird best known for its stunning tail and powers of mimicry may have a cunning hidden talent. New research has revealed the superb lyrebird to be a…
Backyard poultry face bird flu risk when migrating mallards stop to rest
Knowing where, when and for how long mallard ducks — natural carriers of avian influenza — stop and rest as they migrate can help predict the probability that they will…
Repeated invasions shape NZ’s bird life
New University of Otago — ΕtΔkou Whakaihu Waka research shows Aotearoa has been increasingly accepting new bird species from around the world since the start of the Ice Age, offering…
Jurassic-Era Bird Fossil from China Reshapes Avian Evolution History
Birds with modern-day features roamed the skies millions of years earlier than previously thought, according to a study published in the journal Nature. The discovery of a Jurassic bird fossil…
Child Discovers Mysterious Lump in Field and Saves a Majestic Creature
βI knew right away something was wrong.β This past December, a Pennsylvania farm owner was spending the holidays with her family when an unusual discovery interrupted their celebrations. One of…
Empty headed? Largest study of its kind proves ‘bird brain’ is a misnomer
It’s difficult to know what birds ‘think’ when they fly, but scientists in Australia and Canada are getting some remarkable new insights by looking inside birds’ heads. Evolutionary biologists at…
Photographer Discovers an Enigmatic Flock of 1,000 Bald Eagles
What do you think they’re talking about? Wildlife photographer Christian Sasse has spent nearly two decades capturing the majestic beauty of eagles. Among the countless photos and videos heβs taken,…
Bright Yellow Eyes Emerge from the Ruins of a Woman’s Home
His wings were too damaged to fly π As wildfires continue to ravage Los Angeles, many people and animals have been left injured and homeless. Yet, amidst the devastation, moments…
Bird Amazes Everyone With Her Ingenious Nesting Spot Selection
“The egg has a much better chance to hatch successfully there.β Christopher Jean-Luc Mahoune works at a special sanctuary on Cousin Island in the Seychelles, dedicated to protecting birds, including…
Majestic Giant Sea Eagle from Afar Thrills Canadians with Rare Visit
Amidst the icy chill of a Newfoundland winter, Terra Nova National Park became a hotspot for wildlife enthusiasts drawn by the arrival of a rare and extraordinary guest. The Stellerβs…