Science

March 25, 2016 — New Zealanders now get two endangered shags for the price of one.

March 24, 2016 — A new study on alligators and nesting waterbirds in the Everglades proves that predator-prey relationships are more complicated than we think.

March 10, 2016 — With tropical diseases like Zika spreading across the globe, many experts suggest eradicating mosquitoes to save human lives.

March 04, 2016 — From radiant jewel tones to bold browns and black—here's a complete, concise guide to bird coloration.

March 03, 2016 — Scorching temperatures in Australia are turning up the heat for Zebra Finch chicks, causing them to hatch out of order.

March 03, 2016 — Birds are belting their songs out at never-before-heard frequencies to beat the heavy noise around them.

February 29, 2016 — Corvid expert John Marzluff scans crows’ brains to crack the mystery of what makes these smart birds so successful.

February 29, 2016 — Superstar scientist Nicky Clayton uses worms and chocolate teddy bears to help figure out where bird and human intelligence intersect.

February 25, 2016 — New research explains how these brood parasites—who are raised by other species—still manage to become cowbirds.

February 25, 2016 — These tales and pics from the nest will fill you with wonder and dread.