Falcon squatters in weaver colonies: the costs and benefits
There are advantages and disadvantages for both falcon and weaver when the two nest together, according to research in southern Africa.
26/05/2024
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There are advantages and disadvantages for both falcon and weaver when the two nest together, according to research in southern Africa.
26/05/2024
Famed for its hilltop forts and beautiful palaces, Rajasthan is steeped in history. But this part of India also offers brilliant winter...
23/05/2024
International researchers spent a decade looking at measures and said their findings offered a "ray of light".
22/05/2024
One of the liveliest periods of spring so far produced a mass arrival of Red-backed Shrikes and an east coast Indigo Bunting.
20/05/2024
A Great Spotted Woodpecker leaving its nest wins this week's award for Steve Young.
20/05/2024
Peter Bell describes the sensational discovery of a North American mega in his back garden at the weekend.
20/05/2024
After the American Ornithological Society's decision to change the English names of bird species honouring people, our columnist suggests...
19/05/2024
Researchers in Australia have investigated the benefits and risks of wild birds consuming faeces.
16/05/2024
A recent study has shed light on the potential adaptive functions of eggshell patterns in swallow and martin species.
15/05/2024
Taking place at Rutland Water from 12-14 July 2024, Global Birdfair is the biggest birdwatching festival in the world and a must-visit for...
15/05/2024
A good spell of migration saw Black Terns, Temminck's Stints and Montagu's Harriers appear in decent numbers. Reports of Blue Jay and...
13/05/2024
A flight shot of a glorious male Common Redstart particularly stood out this week.
13/05/2024
Researchers have found that most of the world's birds struggle in human-dominated environments.
12/05/2024