The white-backed swallow survives the extreme temperatures of inland Australia by reducing its body temperature to save ...

Swarms of locusts devouring a farmer’s livelihood might sound apocalyptic, but major locust infestations are a regular ...

California is the native home of many wild buckwheat species. They can be seen growing on offshore islands, through coastal ...

The crippling snow and ice storm that swept through our region last weekend coupled with record freezing temperatures ...

Like me, you might be happy to keep bird feeders bursting with sunflower and Nyjer seeds so the beautiful and sometimes hilarious finches, towhees and jays keep gracing your yard. Seeds are, after all ...

Bird beaks have a variety of shapes and purposes. Here are common bird beak types you should look for and how they help birds ...

For many regions, winter feels like a time of dormancy. Trees are bare, mammals are hibernating, people are bed-rotting. While migratory birds do fly south for the winter, many seed- and insect-eating ...

As 2024 came to an end, bird flu dominated headlines. The virus, technically known as avian influenza, was being detected in raw milk, dairy farms and even children, my colleagues Susanne Rust and ...

Dead birds have been found along Florida’s Space Coast in Central Florida, raising concerns about a possible avian flu outbreak. While no cases have been confirmed, the nonprofit Florida Wildlife ...

It’s winter, the snow is falling, you’re cold, and the birds outside your home are chilled – and hungry, too. What should you do for them? First, be aware that feeding wild creatures requires care, ...

If you’re looking for a splash of color against the stark winter landscape, feeding the birds is a good option. But there are some dos and don’ts you should know about, according to MI Birds, a ...

BEAVERTON, Ore. — Dozens of birds were rescued after a fire broke out at a home and bird store in Beaverton. The fire happened late Wednesday night near Watson and Fifth avenues. No one was hurt, and ...