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Big bird-brains boost beneficial behaviors

Bigger brained birds have a better chance of survival, according to a study that looked at the mortality rates of 200 bird species around the world. 1/10/07  New Scientist  - Click here......

 

Are there any poisonous birds?

The short answer, which comes as a surprise to many, is "yes."

1/4/07 Boston.com  - Click here.....

 

Moths drink the tears of sleeping birds

  A species of moth drinks tears from the eyes of sleeping birds using a fearsome proboscis shaped like a harpoon, scientists have revealed. 12/29/06 Environmental Defense  Click here......

Songbirds catch zzzzz's snuggled up in the trees.

Where do all these birds travel to at night for cover and protection?  1/3/07  ContraCostaTimes  - Click here......

Bird experts studying effect of wind farms on golden eagles

The researchers are tracking two eagles with solar-powered devices strapped to their backs and plan to track more birds in the future as they migrate twice a year through the Appalachian Mountains.

 

1/14/07 York Dispatch