Imagine being able to ‘cheat’ the seasons and live in an everlasting summer, or at least avoid the worst of the winter chill. Well, many birds do just that. The power of flight enables avians to move ...

Each year, the arrival and departure of migratory birds herald the changing seasons and fill us with wonder for the natural world. Have you ever wondered about all the dangers they face en route ...

There is a lot more to bird communication than how a bird sings to attract a mate or the calls it makes in response to threats to a nest site or territory. Bird body language tells us a great deal ...

Plumage is usually the first thing that we notice about a bird, using its colorings and markings to help with the positive and accurate identification of different species. But the colors and patterns ...

If you’ve ever fed the birds around your home, you’ve probably noticed that different species prefer different foods. Doves, for example, prefer seeds, while Robins tend to ignore bird feeders in ...

When you think of the word intelligence, your mind might automatically go to humans and then, perhaps, to other mammals like chimps, dolphins, and dogs. However, science is uncovering more and more ...

Apart from the unusual monotreme mammals of Australia, the combination of internal fertilization, oviparity (egg-laying), and advanced parental care is unique to avians. From flashy feathers and ...

Each bird family carries a unique tale of evolution, habitat, and behavior. From the majestic raptors to the enchanting songbirds, discover each family in our in-depth guides below to start learning ...

Birds have many amazing adaptations, but their vision is one of their most valuable assets. Avians rely on sight to find their food, attract a mate, escape from predators, and safely navigate the ...

Once breeding is complete, thousands of birds around the world, from tiny warblers and seabirds to cranes, swans and pelicans, undertake migration journeys to wintering grounds. Ranging from a few ...

A common addition to many bird-friendly yards with regularly stocked feeders and nest boxes is the provision of a bird table, which householders keep filled with fresh water. Thirsty birds will ...

To keep up with the growing human population and the increasing requirements for housing and industry, large areas of countryside have been lost to development, and with it, significant areas of ...