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These Birds Glow To Find Love, And Scientists Still Have A Lot To Learn About Them
In most species of birds-of-paradise, males have the ability to glow to attract mates, adding another element to their ...
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The 10 Fastest Birds on Earth, Over 200 MPH!
One ancient Greek writer said that he wished to become a “high-flying eagle and soar beyond the barren waters over the swell ...
Calling all birders for the annual Great Backyard Bird Count
The Audubon Society will hold its 28th annual Great Backyard Bird Count this weekend, allowing birders of all ages to help ...
Caring for the condors: At remote Arizona wildlife center, biologists treat endangered birds
With threats of avian flu and lead poisoning, biologists are working overtime to care for a species that nearly went extinct.
These Birds-Of-Paradise Are Glowing. Here’s Why It Matters
Study finds that birds-of-paradise are biofluorescent, suggesting that this "hidden" phenomenon provides enhanced signaling for hierarchy and courtship.
Analysis reveals global patterns of trait matching in bird-plant networks
Charles Darwin predicted the existence of a moth with a long tongue based on a comet orchid's nectar spurs. This was ...
Smithsonian Magazine15h
14 Fun Facts About Lovebirds, From Their Lifelong Devotion to Surprising Aggression
The cuddly, colorful parrots have become a symbol of Valentine’s Day. Here’s what to know about the famously affectionate ...
Science Daily10h
Birds have developed complex brains independently from mammals
New research has revealed that birds, reptiles, and mammals have developed complex brain circuits independently, despite sharing a common ancestor. These findings challenge the traditional view of ...