Shoebill birds can reach a height of five feet, but the prehistoric-looking creatures generally aren't taller than people.

Birdwatchers of a feather, flock together at Kruger National Park to catch a glimpse of these famous 'Big Six' birds.

This polite little Ringneck Parrot tells himself "no bite," and it’s the cutest act of self-control you’ll ever see.

Birds and dinosaurs lived together for millions of years, but only toothless birds survived the asteroid impact that upended ...

The Yolo Bird Alliance invites the public to enjoy two exciting November events celebrating birds, science, and community: a field trip to the Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area and a public lecture ...

Plus sparrow shout fests, more robins sticking around in winter, turkeys love acorns and how to prevent window strikes.

Soft batteries and water-walking robots are among the many creations made possible by studying animals and plants.

The Caribbean plays host to a brilliant spectrum of colourful avians, says John Lewis-Stempel, as he revels in a ...

There was but though the water was wide open and a darker blue than the sky overhead, there was not a bird in sight. Well, on ...

A 12-year-old West Australian schoolgirl has been left with a devastating eye injury after being swooped by a magpie on her way home from school – an accident that will now see her face up to 18 ...