A conservation group says it plans to protect 8,000 acres near Georgetown before the property is developed. Rare kites nest ...

This is a fascinating story of the interaction of two very iconic animals in the past,” the study’s lead author, told NBC ...

Typically, male birds have more vivid colours than females. As Charles Darwin first explained, the most colourful males are ...

Hidden layers of colour in the plumage of tanagers and some other songbirds explain what makes them so eye-catching ...

Across North America, dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane (DDT) and other pesticides had a significant impact on bats from the ...

The La Venta fossil site in Colombia is home to a rich fossil record, yielding a particularly diverse set of vertebrate ...

Birds face constant threats from a variety of apex predators. From the peregrine falcon's high-speed aerial attacks to the ...

Vultures are a large bird with wide wings of prey known for scavenging on carrion (dead animals). They belong to a scientific group of birds called Cathartidae, a Greek word for purifier.

Some Native Americans traditionally bestow bald eagle feathers at ceremonies to mark achievements, such as graduations, and ...

Attracting common nighthawks to your yard could help you control the mosquito population. They are effective hunters and feed ...

A historic waterfront park, known for its views of the Charleston Harbor and historical landmarks, serves another purpose.