We’ve heard of cat, dog, and even raccoon rescues — but our winged friends have had moments of peril too. Luckily, there are some amazing humans out there ready to step up to the plate and take care of birds when they need it most. From small birds who have accidentally run into windows to […]
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A thriving online market for wild birds emerges in Bangladesh
“As cheap as water” is a common saying in Bangladesh. Despite the fact that water is actually not cheap, salespeople nonetheless love to use the expression to draw the attention of potential customers. These days, social media marketplaces use this phrase to advertise something extremely valuable: wild birds. Though selling, buying and caging wild birds […]
Bird once thought to be extinct returns to the wild
A bird thought to be extinct has been spotted for the first time in years thanks to the efforts of conservationists. Eighteen takahē: a large, flightless bird, were released in the Lake Whakatipu Waimāori valley, in New Zealand last week. The birds had been formally declared extinct in 1898, because of being attacked by European […]
Australian Lyrebirds Give Singing Lessons to Juveniles–Mimicking 10 Different Species–LISTEN
ABC News Australia recently embedded with a team of ornithologists studying the jaw-dropping vocal ability of lyrebirds in their natural habitat. Deep in the primordial forests of Victoria State’s Dandenong Ranges National Park where there are still ferns as tall as trees, the superb lyrebird Menura (novaehollandiae) can be seen performing elaborate courtship displays with […]
What to Know Before Bird Feeding
Whether you’ve decided to start a bird feeding or would love to advise a bird feeder, here’s our guide. In today’s century, chicken has managed to attain cultural dominance in the world. In fact, the widespread is becoming more common. Not just food, but birds also make great pets with their colors. While the chances of […]
MMORPG Soundscapes: Creating Realistic and Immersive Virtual Environments
In the vast and exciting Massively Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Games (MMORPG), players are transported to realms full of adventure, magic and the unknown. But beyond the stunning visuals and intricate gameplay, there is an aspect that often goes unnoticed but deeply shapes our experience: soundscapes. Carefully designed and expertly integrated, these sonic tapestries are the […]
Bird study shows Europe’s nature in ‘dire straits’
Nearly four in 10 of Europe’s bird species are now of conservation concern—including 14% of global concern—according to researchers, who say the continent’s nature is in dire straits. The finding, is revealed in the peer-reviewed journal Bird Conservation International, published, by Cambridge University Press, on behalf of BirdLife International. It comes after the European Parliament […]
Creating a Loving Home for a Pet From a Small Adoption Center
Millions of dogs, cats, puppies, kittens, rabbits, and other pets enter shelters and rescues annually. They’re often victims of cruelty or simply surrendered by families who can’t afford to care for them. Preparing for Your New Pet When you’re ready to adopt at an HSNY shelter, take a few steps to prepare your home and life for […]