Scientists found a 247-million-year-old reptile, Mirasaura grauvogeli, with a feather-like crest that lived in trees.

Many species of songbirds have evolved to have strikingly colorful plumage, aiding them in catching the eye of mates, ...

In this Bird of the Week segment, Maine Audubon's Stacia Brezinski helps us get to know the American redstart.

One of the tiniest birds plays a surprisingly large role in conservation advancement. Hummingbirds are beloved by many.

Hummingbirds are some of the most captivating creatures to welcome into your garden. With their iridescent feathers, rapid ...

Among the more than 300 hummingbird species dazzling the skies of the Americas, some stand out with exceptional elegance and ...

Some birds are so extraordinary in their appearance, you might assume they’ve been digitally rendered or pulled from the ...

Dust bathing among birds and mammals is done to deter parasites, regulate body heat, and remove excess skin debris and oils.

French customs agents have seized alligator skins, exotic bird feathers and marine animal skulls in three separate cases in recent months, highlighting what they say is a growing issue of protected ...

Western Bluebirds are delightful little thrushes with cobalt blue backs and rusty orange chests. Thanks to a group of ...

Months after quiet days brought on by pandemic closures, the San Antonio Zoo found an unforgettable way to welcome visitors back. Instead of relying only on live exhibits, it installed more than 30 ...

Dust bathing among birds and mammals is done to deter parasites, regulate body heat, and remove excess skin debris and oils.