Cleanest Animals in the World? These Creatures Have Great Hygiene Practices

Medicine & Technology Jul 01, 2024

Some animals are meticulous in maintaining themselves and even their environments hygienic. Read to learn more.

Hundreds of Songbirds Found Dead at Chicago's Lakeside Exhibition Center After Smashing on Its Glass Windows; What Caused This Horrifying Carnage Every Year?

Oct 09, 2023

Around 1,000 migrating songbirds fatally collide with windows at a Chicago exhibition center, highlighting the pervasive issue of window strikes. Continue reading for more details.

Bird Tracker: Scientists Develop Electronic Device That Can Track Songbirds’ Movement

Jun 14, 2021

Scientists recently developed a bird tracker, an electronic device known as a "tag on his back" that can track the movement of birds.

Eight States Affected By Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Songbirds; Sickened 19 People

Apr 02, 2021

The CDC released some guidelines on what to do around songbirds and bird feeders to keep animals healthy and avoid the salmonella outbreak that sickened several people across the country.

Natural Gas Compressor Noise Impacts Songbirds’ Reproductive Success

Feb 18, 2021

Some songbirds are not affected by prolonged noise, but it does impact their reproductive success.

How Birds Developed Thicker Down Jackets to Survive the Cold

Feb 15, 2021

The environment, temperatures, and altitude have significant effects on a bird's down feathers. Data gathered also helps researchers identify how birds tackle the challenges of the climate crisis.

Tiny Songbirds Are Dying Due to Salmonella from Baths and Feeders

Jan 09, 2021

Various species of small songbirds are dying in parts of British Columbia, in Canada - and the deaths are linked to a salmonella outbreak from birdbaths and feeders.

Male Songbirds Do Not Rely on Plumage Color Alone to Ensure Survival, Scientists Say

Jan 20, 2020

Songbirds are known for their vocal prowess but, in mating season, their songs and plumage are not only the ones that should stand out -- even their sperm cells should be the best.

Drones ‘Unmanned Aerial Vehicle’ Documents Songbirds With No Bias

Feb 24, 2017

Aside from aerial photography, drones or “Unmanned Aerial Vehicles” can be utilized in conducting bird surveys. Ecologists have accomplished a feasibility study using the said device.

Mice Sing in Similar Fashion to Songbirds, We Just Can't Hear It

Apr 01, 2015

Mice Sing Similar to Songbirds

The Nonstop Flight Down South—How One Songbird Species Commutes Thousands of Miles Without a Break

Apr 01, 2015

Think that you’ve got a long commute into the office every morning? Think again. While you may be used to sitting in traffic for hours on end, it turns out that one little songbird’s lengthy migration will put your commute to shame.