For nearly 30 years, researchers have been banding black petrel fledglings before they make their maiden migration to Ecuador ...

From high-profile affairs hosted by Elton John and Madonna to luxe fashion soirees presented by Chanel and Giorgio Armani, ...

Once abundant throughout southeastern Australia, the critically endangered plains-wanderer is now on the brink of extinction ...

Tami Gingrich has had many experiences with the Cooper's hawk, including banding them, watching one eat her chicken and ...

A brightly colored bill can be one of the best clues when identifying birds, and red-beaked species are some of the most ...

During guided outings in a small motorboat along a Malaysian river, we would also see purple herons, endangered storks, and — a highlight of the trip — an orangutan.

Humans (well, at least some of us) have turned their gaze skyward and envied the birds since time immemorial. From the ...

While we humans might spend hours perfecting a mohawk, some birds are just born to be wild. These feathery crests, often ...

A woodpecker feeds its young in its nest (Image: Thomas Swan) Apart from their size, they are distinguished from the lesser spotted woodpecker by their plumage, with lesser spotted woodpeckers having ...

Some seemingly innocent animals hide deadly traits behind their cute appearances. From the venomous bite of the Slow Loris to ...

The bird is protected by law - it stipulates a life sentence and/or a fine of 20bn Ugandan shillings ($5m; £4m) for those ...

This sprawling African nation is home to verdant wetlands, vast plains and a wealth of fascinating bird species.