Birds have long been nature’s masters of flight. Their ability to glide, dive, and twist through the air with ease has ...

The possession of feathers and other parts of native North American birds without a permit is banned by the Migratory Bird ...

While there is an astounding variety of physical differences in wildlife that humans can easily observe, new research from ...

Long-eared Owls have fluorescent feathers that glow under UV light. These hidden pigments vary by age, sex, and size.

It's not uncommon to see baby birds on the ground in the spring. A young bird without feathers should be placed back in its ...

A new analysis of a fossil found in 1889 has unveiled the presence of zeolites—and an entirely new mineralization method.

The avian world is a treasure trove of fascinating and often bizarre mating rituals. Explore the different types of bird ...

A childhood run-in with a parrot or a pigeon swooping a bit too close can leave a lasting fear. For some, these encounters ...

Chickens treated to inhibit the sonic hedgehog (Shh) pathway during development grow feathers that resemble ancient ...

Birds living in cities are usually more colorful and less brown. These colors help them survive better in urban environments.

The Migratory Bird Treaty Act of 1918 prohibits possessing native North American bird feathers without a permit. The law, punishable by fines and imprisonment, aims to prevent the killing and ...