Think Crow Funerals Are Strange? Wait Until You See the Wake
July 23, 2018 —
New research shows that American Crows will occasionally interact with the dead—including engaging in necrophilia.
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Here's Why This Mama Merganser Has More Than 50 Ducklings
July 13, 2018 —
A photographer in Minnesota recently captured an adorable shot of a Common Merganser followed by dozens of fuzzy babies.
Great Horned Owl Takes Another Chick From Hog Island Osprey Nest
July 12, 2018 —
Four nights after the first attack, the owl returned to Steve and Rachel’s nest despite the recent addition of lights as a deterrent.
The Origins of Hummingbirds Are Still a Major Mystery
July 12, 2018 —
There is a dazzling diversity of the tiny birds in the Americas, but recent discoveries trace their evolution back to Europe—where today there are no nectar-feeding species.
Swamp Sparrows Have Been Singing the Same Tune for Centuries
June 26, 2018 —
By memorizing the common local language and sifting out the rest, young sparrows choose tradition over variance.
Why Some Songbirds Kick Their Chicks Out Before They Can Fly
June 22, 2018 —
A new study finds that nest type plays a big role in how long young birds can live at home.
Hummingbird Gorgets: Jewels of the Sky
June 14, 2018 —
The glittering, colorful feathers on the throats of male hummingbirds help them attract mates and defend territory. Here's how they work, up-close.
Is It Okay to Remove Cowbird Eggs From Host Nests?
June 06, 2018 —
It can be tempting to interfere with these brood parasites. But there are many reasons—legal and behavioral—to leave tampering to the pros.
