The migrating Vaux’s swifts, which normally roost by the thousands in the old chimney at Portland’s Chapman Elementary School ...

Alfred Hitchcock filmed "The Birds" in Bodega Bay, California. The town is also known for redwoods, wine and beach walks.

If cities like Delhi, Mumbai and Kolkata still have hornbills, it is because we have large, old trees. Foreign palms and ...

Our newest contest category delivered a bounty of beautiful—and birdy—scenes for the judges to choose from. Here are some of ...

Millions of birds are in the middle of their migrations through western Pennsylvania, and you can play a small part in ...

Recent studies show that certain feather pigments can help neutralize toxic pollution. It means darker, duller birds could ...

The concept, or perhaps conceit, of an author organizing a wealth of knowledge into a comprehensive explanation of world ...

This National Virginia Day, learn how Smithsonian scientists are using historic collections and current conservation ...

In Astoria, carving birds from soft tupelo wood is a favorite pastime for some, soon to be showcased at the Columbia Flyway ...

The Ruby-throated hummingbirds have been migrating through the Wilmington area, April through October. The adult males who ...

Among the numerous amazing abilities of birds, there is one superhuman talent that is clearly their most striking trait: ...

Recent studies show that certain feather pigments can help neutralize toxic pollution. It means darker, duller birds could ...