On May 25, 2024, a photograph went viral on X allegedly showing a giant bird's foot, resembling that of a dinosaur. "A Southern Cassowary claw. Just in case you didn't think that birds are ...

Young hoatzins are born with claws, which they use for a variety of reasons. Ironically enough, they’re located on the longest parts of the bird’s wings.

Claw trimming is an important and regular maintenance measure for owners of ornamental birds such as budgies or parrots. However, there are a few points to bear in mind. Dr. Ursula von Einem from ...

When a large asteroid hit Earth 66 million years ago, not all the dinosaurs went extinct. Birds, feathered dinosaurs that have thrived since the Jurassic, survived—and some of these birds were ...

While many bear claws are larger, Eurasian Eagle Owl talons can exert a force between 200-300 pounds per square inch. That’s as strong as even the most ferocious dog bite.

From parrots to raptors, birds that demonstrate dexterity with their claws share a common ancient ancestor, new research suggests. A study from the University of Alberta, published Aug. 15 in the ...