Birdsong Reveals a Rare Hybrid Coupling Stephen Gosser, a self-described “diehard birder,” was out in…
Browsing: Birds
Birds are a diverse group of warm-blooded vertebrates known for their feathers, beaks, and the ability, though not universal, to fly. Found in nearly every ecosystem on Earth, birds play key roles in pollination, seed dispersal, pest control, and ecological balance. Scientific research into birds spans topics like evolution, migration, communication, behavior, and the effects of climate change and habitat loss. As both indicators of environmental health and subjects of fascination, birds offer critical insights into biodiversity, adaptation, and the interconnectedness of life.
Discovery of New Owl Species on Príncipe Island A new species of owl has just…
Seeing or hearing birds is associated with an improvement in mental well-being that can last…
This image from the Hubble Space Telescope shows the barred spiral galaxy NGC 7496, which…
Hummingbirds face significant challenges at high altitudes, including reduced metabolic rates and increased torpor, suggesting…
The yellow-billed hornbill, cousins of fan-favorite Zazu from The Lion King, faces local extinction due…
A new study from researchers at Tufts University details which species are super spreaders. When…
H5N1 outbreaks are spreading globally, threatening birds and posing a pandemic risk to humans. With…
While many people around the world just finished unwrapping their Easter eggs, scientists have solved…
Bigger brains have led some species of parrot to live surprisingly long lives, new research…
For female yellowthroats, there’s more than one way to spot a winning mate. For female…
Informing how birds know when and where to stop migrating, researchers using nearly a century’s…
Approximately 80 miles (130 kilometers) from the westernmost reach of China’s Great Wall, paleontologists found…
New study from The University of Texas at Austin traces the probability of color from…
The decline of vultures in Ethiopia’s abattoirs is leading to ecological imbalances and increased feral…
A new study published on January 27, 2022) in Science Magazine has shed light on…
Serrated edge of owl wings makes them quieter than other birds, can help inform airfoil…
Animal-dispersed plants’ ability to keep pace with climate change reduced by 60%. Recent research shows…