Here is a look at five bird species that build some of the world’s most unusual nests, ranging from clay ovens to woven ...

If you ever find yourself wandering through the forests of Peru, you’re likely to notice a unique and colorful bird called the Andean cock-of-the-rock. As you’ll see in this YouTube video, this unique ...

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Have you ever wondered why birds puff out their necks when they’re scared or threatened? What about other methods birds use to defend themselves against predators? In this article, we’ll discuss why ...

Some endangered species have been saved in the nick of time, right before extinction. And their populations are growing through breeding programs. The problem is many of these species don't have a ...

ITHACA, N.Y. (AP) — The mild U.S. winter is reflected in the most unusual reports in the 15-year history of the Great Backyard Bird Count, a citizen's science project conducted across North America ...