With H is for Hawk in cinemas, author Helen Macdonald reflects on grief, falconry and the landscapes that shaped it ...

From peacocks to the Victoria crowned pigeon, these birds are known for their stunning feathers, bold colours and elaborate displays found across the world.

Birds such as the Mandarin duck, scarlet macaw, and lilac-breasted roller come in colors that seem to defy reality. Some ...

Chipping Sparrow, Female Bird Winner, United States and Canada, Boise, Idaho; Chipping Sparrows can be found in summer from coast to coast and from central Alaska to Central America. The National ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. Beauty, they say, is in the eye of the beholder. Well, if ...

Our planet is home to around 11,000 species of birds, many of them very impressive. North America's largest bird almost disappeared forever, but thanks to conservation efforts and the bird's ...

Beauty in the animal kingdom isn’t just for show—it’s a survival tool, a way to attract mates, or even a disguise. A bird’s brilliant feathers can signal strength, while a butterfly’s shimmering wings ...

Source: Agnes Coenen/with permission. Birds are among the most common animals that numerous people around the world are able to see and hear in diverse habitats. The loss of birdsong was among the ...