A pair of hungry and feisty starlings were spotted near St. Andrews, Scotland, duking it out over morsels of food.The images were taken by wildlife photographer Abi Warner, near the famous Links Golf … [Read more...] about Starlings captured on film fighting in mid-air
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California wildfire destroys endangered condor sanctuary
A condor sanctuary in California has been devastated by one of the wildfires ravaging the state.The Big Sur Condor Sanctuary was destroyed by the Dolan Fire on Aug. 21. The fates of several of the … [Read more...] about California wildfire destroys endangered condor sanctuary
‘Missing link’ found? 3M-year-old red-eyed penguin could connect to modern-day sea birds
Researchers have discovered an ancient penguin with red eyes and yellow feathers that lived three million years ago and could be the "missing link" between modern-day penguins and their ancestors.The … [Read more...] about ‘Missing link’ found? 3M-year-old red-eyed penguin could connect to modern-day sea birds
Massive, prehistoric owl with ‘hunting feet’ discovered
Paleontologists have identified a 55-million-year old owl fossil that had talons like a hawk, according to a newly published study.The research tells the tale of Primoptynx poliotauros, a creature … [Read more...] about Massive, prehistoric owl with ‘hunting feet’ discovered
Photographer captures remarkable images of eagle trying to eat rubber duck
This is just one more reason why this month has gone to the birds.A wildlife photographer in Canada captured incredible images of a young eagle attempting to eat a plastic duck before realizing it … [Read more...] about Photographer captures remarkable images of eagle trying to eat rubber duck
Meet ‘Wonderchicken’: Scientists find 67M year-old fossil of ‘world’s first modern bird’
Researchers have discovered "wonderchicken," a 67-million-year-old fossilized bird they believe is the first "modern bird."Known as Asterioornis, the bird was discovered in a limestone quarry near the … [Read more...] about Meet ‘Wonderchicken’: Scientists find 67M year-old fossil of ‘world’s first modern bird’
Texas farmer admits killing bald eagle after spreading fields with poison-laced corn
The owner of a large Texas farm pleaded guilty this past week to a misdemeanor in the poisoning death of a federally protected bald eagle.Leonard Cornelius, 35, of Bay City, was sentenced to one year … [Read more...] about Texas farmer admits killing bald eagle after spreading fields with poison-laced corn
Viral photo shows flock of birds that looks like ‘Loch Ness Monster’
And who says the Loch Ness monster is just a legend?A photographer in the British seaside city of Brighton has captured a remarkable image of a flock of common starlings that looks like the legendary … [Read more...] about Viral photo shows flock of birds that looks like ‘Loch Ness Monster’
Frozen bird discovered in Siberia is 46,000 years old, scientists discover
A frozen bird found in the Siberian permafrost is a 46,000-year-old lark, scientists have revealed.The bird was found in the ground in the Belaya Gora area of north-eastern Siberia in 2018. Scientists … [Read more...] about Frozen bird discovered in Siberia is 46,000 years old, scientists discover
Huge bird migration spotted on weather radar
A huge migration of birds was picked up on a National Weather Service radar in Key West.“Key West radar has had a busy night, but not because of weather! The most impressive display of migratory birds … [Read more...] about Huge bird migration spotted on weather radar
