Let’s face it, some animals have cooler names than others. For example, how could the blobfish ever hope to compete with the hellbender or the goblin shark? Typically, animals get their names from a ...

Over 500 bird species could vanish in 100 years. Protecting habitats isn't enough. Targeted recovery efforts are crucial.

A recent study highlights that climate change and habitat destruction endanger global bird diversity, potentially leading to ...

Hovering wings are unique to hummingbirds. While some birds can flutter in place momentarily, the hummingbird can hover in one place for an extended period, fly forward or backward, and move at an ...

Bird wing shape -- a proxy for long-distance flying ability, or dispersal -- is a trait that influences biodiversity patterns on islands around the world, according to biologists.

In the world of birds, dancing isn’t just for fun—it’s a powerful courtship tool. Here are 10 fascinating bird species that ...

Interactive activities, animal encounters and hands-on fun will bring science to life at Brevard Zoo this summer.

Kakapos are large, flightless parrots native to New Zealand. These birds can’t fly because they have short wings and lack a keel on their breastbone, where other birds have their flight muscles.

“There’s the Great Salt Lake that has some very unique birds that utilize the kind of saline ... “The other interesting thing about birds is they have wings, and they often get lost,” Malmquist said.

Research from Washington University in St. Louis says that bird wing shape—a proxy for long-distance flying ability—is a trait that influences biodiversity patterns on islands around the world.

Alabama's diverse habitats make it a top spot for birdwatchers, and in the last seven days alone, three rare bird sightings have been confirmed, showcasing the state's birdwatching potential.. The ...

Hovering wings are unique to hummingbirds. While some birds can flutter in place momentarily, the hummingbird can hover in one place for an extended period, fly forward or backward, and move at an ...