The catastrophic event that ended the reign of the dinosaurs 66 million years ago left an indelible mark on Earth’s history.

Imagine tracing your family tree not just to distant ancestors, but to creatures that once swam in primordial seas and hopped ...

A spat between birds at a backyard birdfeeder highlights the sometimes fierce competition for resources that animals face in ...

Historically classified as a distinct animal phylum, their highly specialized body plan has led to ongoing debates regarding their phylogenetic position. Morphological studies have proposed ...

Internet users are fascinated by a video of a cat dozing in a tree, not moving a muscle as he allowed a bird to pull the fur from his coat to make a nest. In a video of a sun-drenched yard ...

It does not necessarily reflect the view of The Herald. A KEEN birdwatcher has spotted a rare bird in Essex, marking the beginning of its spring migration. Photographer Mike O’Hanlon captured an image ...

Birds use essentially the same genes to sing as humans do to speak. And flamingos are more closely related to pigeons than they are to pelicans.

Ever notice a big ball or bunch of leaves in the tree? Looking up into your tree wondering what on earth is up there? Perhaps this closer look can help you determine what's going on above. Birds don't ...

After all, they often look for nests in hollows of abandoned trees, so I figured this would be the next best thing. I’ve tried out quite a few at this point, and bluebirds just love them.

A natural landmark along Menoher Boulevard – an oak tree in which two bald eagles nested – was toppled by strong winds this week. But signs in the skies indicate both birds survived the storm ...