The newly-discovered species belongs to Trichothraupis, a genus that was established in 1851 and, until now, included only one species: the black-goggled tanager (Trichothraupis melanops). These forest-dwelling birds live in pairs or in small groups, and feed on fruit and arthropods, regularly feeding on army ant swarms. They are common in the Atlantic Forest, where […]
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High-Rise Buildings in Chicago Threaten Birds
Each year, thousands of migratory birds face significant risks as they pass through urban areas like Chicago. The city’s tall buildings and illuminated structures, especially at night, create hazardous conditions for birds traveling along major migratory paths. These birds, often confused by artificial lighting, crash into windows and structures, leading to injury or death. Organizations […]
Veterinarian’s Home Found Overrun with Over 200 Birds
A veterinarian’s home in Long Island became the site of one of the worst animal hoarding situations ever encountered, with over 200 birds and other creatures found living in squalor. The Nassau County SPCA was alerted to the home in Woodbury after a service worker discovered deceased cats in the yard on Wednesday, prompting officials […]
Discover the world’s oldest wild bird — still going strong in its 70s
The oldest wild bird in the world is widely thought to be the rather remarkable Laysan albatross known as Wisdom, who lives on the Midway Atoll in the North Pacific Ocean. Initially ringed by biologist Chandler Robbins in 1956 when she arrived on the island to breed, she is estimated to be an amazing 73 […]
Using PDF Editors to Manage Wildlife Conservation Reports
Document management is germane to successfully implementing wildlife conservation programs. As a result, PDF editors are necessary to improve the organisation and effectiveness of conservation reports and fieldwork research. These tools allow information to be gathered without compromising the management of secretive information. Conservation of wild population and the fight against mass extinction require additional […]
Living Life in Full Bloom: Wildlife-Inspired Photo Magic
Imagine opening a book that brings the beauty of wildlife into your daily life, filling your senses with hope and creativity. “Living Life in Full Bloom” invites you to explore a lifestyle where nature and imagination come together, inspiring you to see the world through fresh eyes. How can wildlife photography inspire your everyday life? […]
Rare “Lost” Bird Of Prey Photographed For First Time Ever In Papua New Guinea
When Fiji-based photographer Tom Vierus was busy taking pictures of the birds on Papua New Guinea’s New Britain in March this year, little did he know that his memory card was storing quite the scientific find. Now, ornithologists have revealed that what Vierus had managed to capture was the first-ever photograph of the rare New […]
These ‘Lost’ Bird Species Haven’t Been Seen in at Least a Decade – and Scientists Want Help Finding Them
Nearly 12,000 species of birds exist in the wild, and every day, humans document their sightings of the animals. But a handful of avian species haven’t been spotted in years—or, in some cases, in more than a century. Now, scientists have compiled an up-to-date list of “lost” birds—and they’re asking members of the public to […]