The wild-born adults of the species previously declared extinct from its natural habitat were found on the island of Moorea ...

A new analysis of a fossil found in 1889 has unveiled the presence of zeolites—and an entirely new mineralization method.

The country has been known as a hub for the trade in illegal wildlife. But it has been stepping up enforcement as concerns ...

While there is an astounding variety of physical differences in wildlife that humans can easily observe, new research from ...

Feathers are among the most complex cutaneous appendages in the animal kingdom. While their evolutionary origin has been widely debated, paleontological discoveries and developmental biology ...

A childhood run-in with a parrot or a pigeon swooping a bit too close can leave a lasting fear. For some, these encounters ...

Scientists have successfully genetically modified chickens to make their feathers resemble those of dinosaurs ... The Sonic Hedgehog gene is a crucial gene in the embryonic development of animals, ...

Some birds have the most peculiar calls. Learn about the kākāpō parrot and the booming sound it makes during mating season.

Possessing bird feathers could get a person cooped ... problem of illegal trade of wild birds and other animals," it said. The MBTA has been interpreted to cover any bird that can be proven ...