Scientists once believed birds relied only on flight, talons and socialization for survival. But this one proves otherwise: ...

Bad luck, early birds: Science says that night owls may be smarter...on average. Our bodies all run on an internal clock, which is dictated by both our genetics and our environment. And because of ...

This Christmas Bird Count, we salute the fabulous, underappreciated, common species. Here's to you, house sparrow.

From crosswords to conservation, enjoy a recap of the Times birding project. By The New York Times Starting in the spring, we invited readers to gather observations about the birds around them and ...

After theorizing on the fossilized bird’s cause of death, the paleontologists decided on the new species’ name: Chromeornis ...

A new study used modern methods to reassess a foundational study in biology that explained how ecologically similar species of wood warblers coexist. The research team examined foraging behavior, ...

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Stephen has degrees in science (Physics major) and arts (English Literature and the History and Philosophy of Science), as well as a Graduate Diploma in Science Communication. Stephen has degrees in ...

Leaders from the most important science centers in the world converge on Charlotte for their annual conference next month. Participants in the event — from places like NASA, the Smithsonian and the ...

Birds fly in a V formation to save energy. The bird in front creates lift for those behind. This teamwork makes long flights ...