“Birds are literally our canary in the coal mine,” he said. “The bird needs the same stuff we do but reacts to changes in the environment faster.” Water availability, air ...

"Birds are literally our canary in the coal mine," he said. "The bird needs the same stuff we do but reacts to changes in the environment faster." Water availability, air pollution, chemicals and ...

Birds can make wonderful companions ... a canary might be the perfect match. Canaries are famous for their beautiful singing and vibrant colors. Unlike parrots, they don't crave close physical ...

For many locals, a May visit to the Horse Lake Reserve is a well-known time to enjoy scenic views, wildflowers in bloom, and inviting trails. Less known is the reserve’s ...

Thirteen years after civil war forced her to leave, she's back in her native city, Homs in Syria, blinking in the sunshine as ...

Some parrot feathers fluoresce under UV, suggesting that the birds use a complex spectrum of light wavelengths to communicate with potential mates. PHOTOGRAPHED AT LORO PARQUE FUNDACIÓN ...

By Ben Jealous Where I grew up in California, on quiet mornings, you could hear the birds before anything else – finches, ...