Have you ever seen a bird so vibrantly colored that it looks too magical to be real? Some parrots are so dazzlingly bright that they seem to have flown straight out of a fantasy world! With their ...

A critically endangered New Zealand parrot is receiving much needed help. The flightless Kākāpō, though once widespread in the region, has seen devastating population losses. The usual culprits are at ...

Parrot Playing Peek-a-Boo Behind Giant Candy-Colored Wings Is Such a Flirty Fellow originally appeared on Parade Pets. One colorful Parrot isn’t just a pretty face—he’s a total flirt. Check him out ...

Nature's changes are fascinating. Birds are no exception, with some species transforming their feather colors with the ...

Parrots are some of the most interesting and colourful birds in the world. Known for their bright feathers and playful personalities, they bring life to forests, woodlands, and tropical areas. There ...

The redder, the better. And I’m not talking about beets, roses or presidential candidates. I’m talking birds. Well, some birds. In various species, red coloration in a male’s feathers or beak is an ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. GrrlScientist writes about evolution, ecology, behavior and health. Many birds’ plumage colors are somehow derived from the foods ...