TOPICSBirds
Birds
Hens blush when they are scared or excited
Domestic chickens use flushed skin and feather fluffing to display different emotions, levels of excitement.
Tomato & potato fruit color, size evolved together
In-depth Phylogeny reveals linked evolution of fruit traits in Solanum L.
Older males outcompete young males in extramarital breeding
When adult male blue tits were absent, young males were more likely to father “extra-pair” offspring.
The social influences on pigeon flight routes: Study
Pairing older and younger birds improves social proximity and flight paths across generations.
The fascinating world of frequencies in animal flight and diving
The wing and fin beats of flying and diving animals can be predicted using just body mass and wing area.
Climate change and its impact on North American animal species
North American cities may see a significant species turnover by the end of the century.
How do birds flock? Uncovering aerodynamic mysteries through mathematics
Findings have potential applications for transportation and energy.
The link between West Nile Virus and Agricultural activities
Direction of spread also associated with wetland urbanization and migratory bird patterns.
Scientists built the most extensive and most detailed bird family tree to date
Computational tools fuel reconstruction of new and improved bird family tree.
How hummingbirds can fly through dense, narrow spaces?
Hummingbirds have evolved their own unique strategies.
Bright light in big cities is linked to smaller eyes in birds
The findings have implications for conservation efforts amid the rapid decline of bird populations.