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African Grey Parrot Hanging Upside Down Like a Bat Is Too Cool

One African Grey Parrot learned that the best way to get her mom's attention is to hang upside down like she's a bat. It ...
Popular Science

Here’s how 53 African bird species are adapting to historic heat

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. This article was originally featured on The Conversation. During the ...
WUNC

Looking for honey? This African bird will heed your call and take you there

A wild African bird that will famously lead people to trees filled with honeycomb seems to somehow learn the distinct whistles and calls of the human foragers who live near them. Scientists have long ...
The New York Times

Africa’s Birds of Prey Are in Decline, a New Study Finds

Numbers have dropped, in some cases sharply, for nearly all of the 42 raptor species surveyed in sub-Saharan regions. By Rachel Nuwer Silhouettes of patrolling raptors filled skies throughout Africa ...
The Conversation

Birds of east Africa: new book reveals their extraordinary diversity and changing behaviour

Colin Beale receives funding from The Leverhulme Trust, Defra, USAID and the Natural Environment Research Council. Like millions of people around the world, I love watching birds. They’re so ...
Houston Chronicle

Houston Zoo debuts Birds of the World exhibit featuring aviaries and dozens of new species

Despite a gloomy and rainy debut Friday morning, hundreds of visitors showed out to the Houston Zoo for the opening of its Birds of the World exhibit. Highlighting birds native to different continents ...
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12 Friendly Birds That Love Human Company

Birds can be much more than just beautiful creatures in a cage. For many pet lovers, birds become cherished companions responsive, affectionate, and even playful. While not all birds crave human ...