Modern birds are living dinosaurs, with an evolutionary history that connects them to feathered theropods. Explore how fossils such as Archaeopteryx help explain their origins, alongside the wing ...

Nearly half of species are in decline, with farmland birds and seabirds the worst hit, conservation bodies say Wild bird populations in the UK have fallen to their lowest level since records began, ...

Invasive plants have finally emerged as a productive factor in dealing with a matter of global concern: excess fluoride in groundwater, which poses an environmental and public health risk. Researchers ...

When populations fall, fledglings can struggle to learn the right notes to attract mates. But research on how birds communicate offers hope for species’ survival Listening to birdsong is one of life’s ...

Scientists have found a promising way to help birds recover songs that have disappeared from their natural habitats, using computer-generated recordings to bring old bird calls back into circulation.

Wind energy is a valuable tool for addressing the climate crisis, but wind turbines can be deadly for birds. A recent study found that a low-tech, relatively inexpensive fix can dramatically reduce ...

Conservation isn’t only the work of scientists and decision makers. Across the world, a vast network of passionate volunteers collect data on wildlife, weather, water quality, and historical documents ...

Gautam Apte with Black Swamp Bird Observatory counts migratory birds every morning along northwest Ohio’s Lake Erie shoreline. It’s one of the most fascinating mass movements of animals out there, yet ...