Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. GrrlScientist writes about evolution, ecology, behavior and health. “I feel there is no way to avoid thinking of color when you ...

Lilac-breasted Roller tops the list with nine distinct colors. Structural coloration, not just pigments, gives birds their vibrant hues. Birds' spectacular colors are crucial for survival and mating.

How close have you ever gotten to a wild bird? Can you remember the details of its plumage or the curvature of its beak? Did it sit in one place long enough for you to really study all of its colors ...

We all know about the Indian Peafowl, or more specifically the Peacock, which just so happens to be the first entry in this beautiful list. But have you seen the bright colors of the Himalayan Monal ...

Yale ornithologist Richard Prum has spent years studying the molecules and nanostructures that give many bird species their rich colorful plumage, but nothing prepared him for what he found in ...

There are numerous birds that are with us only for the spring and summer months, including the swallows and several warblers that I’ve recently discussed. Today, I’d like to talk about three more ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Parrots, toucans, and other brightly colored tropical birds are ...

Colorful plumage isn’t all this New York bird has to offer. His language is also pretty colorful and definitely not suitable for children, according to the animal shelter trying to find him a new home ...

Birds with beautiful crests: Nature's runway is always open, and the amazing headgear that some birds wear is one of the most eye-catching things about them. These beautiful feather displays, called ...

A new global study finds that the visual beauty of birds—their colors and shapes—predicts which wild species are traded by ...

Little, pretty bird with a yellow crest. Friendly and loving, ideal for first-time pet birds. Whistles songs and forms close bonds. Pineapple Conures are colorful, playful birds with friendly ...