Bird Questions and Facts

July 28, 2020 — They might be one of our most common birds, but there is plenty you don't know about this thrush. (Yep, it's a thrush.)

October 30, 2019 — There's more to this flying copycat than meets the eye . . . or ear.

August 06, 2019 — The delicate-looking structures are stronger than they seem, and come in a variety of shapes and materials.

April 15, 2019 — An experiment put the bird's thieving reputation to the test.

January 08, 2019 — Coming in many shapes, colors, and sizes, strange mouth markings might aid in chick survival.

September 17, 2018 — Only found in Cuba, these birds lay their eggs in nests the size of a quarter.

August 13, 2018 — The odd-looking foot is perfectly built for getting around on land or water. It's not bad for a little wrestling, either.

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.

April 13, 2018 — Cameras and simulations are finally enabling scientists to study the nuances of the raptors' extreme hunting techniques.

July 28, 2017 — Even large owls, like Barred and Barn Owls, manage to fly nearly silently through the trees. How do they pull it off—and why?