About 25 species of birds seen on Prince Edward Island will have new names in 2024, as the American Ornithological Society moves to change the name of any bird named for a person. The idea has ...

The Wilson’s warbler, a bird that can be spotted in Toronto when it migrates north in the spring to breed, will soon have a new name, as the American Ornithological Society pledges to change all ...

Some modern birds retain primitive traits like clawed wings, unique vocal organs, or specialized digestive systems, offering scientists a glimpse into avian evolution from prehistoric ancestors.