Ornithology
Study reaffirms Iberian Green Woodpecker species status
Hybridisation with Green Woodpecker was found to be minimal.
26/11/2019
Ornithology
The latest research into bird ecology, behaviour and and evolution.
Ornithology
Red-billed Leiothrix on the rise in Europe
A study has analysed burgeoning European populations of this harmful invasive species for the first time.
22/11/2019
Ornithology
Urban pigeons losing toes due to human hair
A Paris-based study has found a surprising cause behind the familiar sight of amputated toes in feral Rock Doves.
14/11/2019
Ornithology
Emperor Penguin: extinct by 2100?
A new study predicts that the iconic species could have largely vanished by the end of this century if climate change continues at its...
11/11/2019
General birding
Rarity finders: Steller's Eider in Orkney
Don and Sandra Otter were in for a major surprise when their local patch became a temporary home for an extremely rare Arctic duck.
01/11/2019
General birding
Apparent hybrid Grey × Purple Heron in Western Sahara
Very few examples of this mixed pairing have been fully documented in the past.
31/10/2019
Ornithology
Revealed: the world's loudest bird
During its courtship ritual, the call of a White Bellbird can reach the same volume as a pneumatic drill.
25/10/2019
Ornithology
Fresh concern for Scotland's woodland birds
A new study has found that certain species are nesting earlier and missing vital food sources as a result of climate change.
20/10/2019
Ornithology
European Honey Buzzards prey on invasive hornets
Asian Hornet is an intrusive alien in Europe, yet a familiar breeding raptor could play a part in limiting its spread.
18/10/2019
Ornithology
Marsh Tit mysteries
Dr Richard Broughton has studied Marsh Tit in detail for more than a decade. Here, he talks to Ron Toft about his findings and how they...
12/10/2019
Ornithology
Eagle owls predate flamingos in the Camargue
A new study has recognised that the flamboyant waterbirds are a profitable food source for one of the world's largest owls.
11/10/2019
Taxonomy
Torrent Duck: one species or three?
A new study has found significant genetic differences between certain populations of the idiosyncratic Andean duck.
05/10/2019
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