Recent research from the University of Chicago and the University of Missouri shed new light on how the evolution of skull flexibility in dinosaurs led to the diverse array of modern birds we see ...

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Paleontologists at Chicago's Field Museum have concluded that a cluster of stones lodged in the ancient bird's throat likely ...

Ancient pterosaurs may have taken to the skies far earlier and more explosively than birds, evolving flight at their very ...

Explore why birds sing in the morning. Discover the biological factors behind their vibrant morning chorus and joyful songs.

The sense of smell is vital for animals, as it helps them find food, protect themselves from predators and interact socially. An international research team led by Dr. Quentin Martinez and Dr. Eli ...

The fossil was tiny— about the size of a modern sparrow— but it had features in common with a larger fossil bird called ...

Parrots aren’t just playful, they’re incredibly clever. Parrots aren’t just beautiful, they’re brainy, long-lived, and full ...

Discover expert tips on feeding an African Grey parrot to achieve glossy feathers, crystal-clear talking ability, and a ...

Discover the origins of the name "John Crow" in Jamaica, the bird’s role in Jamaican culture, and how it inspired the naming ...

Modern researchers know about the cuckoo’s cross-species brood parasitism – but one Roman emperor observed this more than 700 ...