Birds

If you have ever seen a large black bird soaring unsteadily in circles over a highway or farmland, there is a good chance that it …

You might think that birds and reptiles couldn’t be further different when you compare an alligator lazily sunning itself in Florida against a small songbird …

The vulture has a bad reputation as an omen of death and disease carriers. Media depictions and stereotypes stop us from seeing the beauty of …

Crows don’t get the same level of affection as some of the songbirds in our gardens, but that doesn’t mean they shouldn’t be one of …

The word carnivore evokes large predators like big cats and wolves hunting their prey and feasting on the remains. We see them as strong, powerful …

Whether a bird is an animal should be an easy question when looking at these creatures’ physiological complexity, behaviors, and life cycles. Yet, we often …

If you ever hold a bird in your hand, it is hard to believe that something that small and lightweight could have a complex skeletal …

Bald eagles are one of the most recognizable bird species in North America. The dark body profile, white head, and strong yellow beak are a …

The taiga is an exciting ecosystem in the northern ranges. It is not as cold and hostile as the tundra, so that some species can …

It is easy to get caught up in the idea that birds are all coming together to create this perfect sound in the morning. We …

Fish are essential to many birds’ diets, from small kingfishers to massive eagles and pelicans. But how are they able to catch these fish with …

The barn owl is always popular because of its soft, round face and beautiful plumage. But, much about this bird is hidden out of sight. …