Oology is the study of bird eggs. It also refers to the study of bird nests and breeding behavior. Oology can also refer to the hobby of egg collecting, which is illegal in many locations. Early scientific ornithological study often involved collecting birds by shooting them to study their...
Traditionally, April Fools' Day is a time to play pranks, share hoaxes, and tell jokes. April Fool stories published by newspapers and other media outlets may trick readers into believing tall tales -- until they realize the date. Here are some bird-themed funnies that have come out on...
Allopreening refers to one animal preening another. While preening and grooming are usually individual actions, in some species, birds or animals will preen one another. This occurs in birds as well as other classes of animal. We previously mentioned allopreening when discussing
If you think our Birdorable birds are cute as adults, what about when they are babies? Below are some baby photos (shared via Flickr Creative Commons) of the Western Grebe. The male and female in a mated Western Grebe pair build the nest together. The nest is built...
Some birds have fleshy growths hanging or protruding from the head or the neck. When these are a normal part of their anatomy, they are called caruncles. Caruncles are often made of bare skin, though some may have a sparse covering...
Today we wrap up our 2018 Birdorable Bonanza with a species of South American parrot: the Scaly-headed Parrot! This pretty bird is a medium-sized parrot native to eastern parts of South America, where it can be found in a variety of...
