When birds feed on nectar from flowers, they do more than just get a meal—they play a crucial role in pollination, transferring pollen from one flower to another. But how well do the shapes of their ...

I spotted this rook with a very unusual beak in Galway city lately. Despite the unusual shape it seemed very healthy and was ...

Many Heliconia flowers resemble the striking plumage of birds-of-paradise. Others evoke lobster claws or toucan beaks. Gardeners have cultivated Heliconia species for centuries as striking ornamental ...

It is not a male anything. This is a female chaffinch, which appears to be suffering from leucism, causing the plumage to ...

The majority of the threatened species do not grow in environmentally protected locations. Tropical plants in the genus ...

What if expiration dates could tell us more than when something goes bad? Scientists have found that dates on plastic food ...

Pigeon milk consists of fat-and protein-rich yellow curds that detach from a pouch inside the bird’s neck. But wait until you ...

Hummingbirds are some of the most beautiful, vibrant creatures you can admire from your own yard. These plants will help you ...

The Indian jungles are a paradise for birdwatchers. These jungles offer a chance to spot vibrant and exotic birds in their ...

Using her signature nature sketches, Leslie highlights key identification clues such as beak shape, coloring, flight patterns and behavior. She encourages readers to follow their natural curiosity and ...

Hummingbirds are on their way back to our area. Here's what these tiny marvels need to thrive and what they like to eat.