The red mite is arguably the most notorious in poultry farms," states Yahaya Were, a poultry veterinarian. It is followed ...

Scientists from American universities have discovered that the feathers of the long-eared owl glow in the dark! However, ...

From helping them find mates to bettering their ability to camouflage, marks on animals and birds serve various purposes.

Pesquet's parrot, also known as a Dracula parrot, resembles a vulture and has a distinct scream — but its favorite food is ...

In addition, successful urban bird species have more elaborate colours in their plumage, which is especially true for females. Cities seem to favour more colourful birds -- probably because there are ...

The blue of its feathers stood out even against the blue of the pre-dawn light. It was a male mountain bluebird, of course, ...

The sight of tiny sparrows fluttering between the branches of a hedge is a quintessential part of a walk in the countryside. Just as the repetitive “tap-tap-tap” of the woodpecker, the ...

Birds living in cities are usually more colorful and less brown. These colors help them survive better in urban environments.

Cities are warmer (thanks to the urban heat island effect ), filled with artificial lighting, and feature greyscapes that ...

Researchers at the University of Granada and the Max Planck Institute for Biological Intelligence have demonstrated a link ...

Designed by Lara Bohinc, Uniqka will display the Betsy Collection at Milan Design Week 2025. It is handcrafted and mimics ...

Why is this pigeon pink? We break down the mystery — plus, birding experts advise what to do if you see a pink bird that ...