Birds boast some of the most vibrant colors among terrestrial animals. Our pretty avian friends have inspired our Democrat and Chronicle photographers for years and captured the imaginations of many ...

Birds such as crows and ravens may have a bad rap thanks to superstitions and negative portrayals in popular culture, but they offer a lot more than fodder for scary stories. In fact, they're ...

Colombian artist Diana Beltrán Herrera has been passionate about birds since she was just a child. However, around seven ...

Say what you will about bird brains, but our feathered friends sure have us -- and all the other animals on the planet -- beat in the vision department, and that has a bit to do with how their brains ...

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The wing of a white-throated kingfisher. Documenting the feathers digitally creates valuable data and a record for future generations in case of extinction Finding a trapped silverbill during lockdown ...

The best immune systems thrive on a healthy dose of paranoia. The instant that defensive cells spot something unfamiliar in their midst—be it a living microbe or a harmless mote of schmutz—they will ...

Grab your binoculars and head outdoors for this exciting introduction to birdwatching in the beautiful British countryside From the bluebelldotted woodlands to the wild and sprawling moors of ...