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 […]
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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 […]
Rescuing and Rehabilitating Baby Birds: How to Provide Aid
The harmonious chirping of birds is an essential part of nature’s symphony. Ensuring the well-being of baby birds is a way of making sure that these natural musicians continue to grace our environment We will shed light on the importance of baby birds, assessing when they need help, and ways to effectively rescue and rehabilitate […]
How Birds and Their Songs Can Improve Mental Health
If you’re searching for a natural, accessible method to enhance your mental health, you might want to pay more attention to birds. This advice might come as a surprise, but the chorus of feathered friends surrounding us has been scientifically linked to improved mental well-being. A symbiosis exists between humans and nature, with research increasingly […]
Family shocked as they discover baby birds nesting in their wingmirror on drive through Somerset
A family was shocked to find a nest of baby birds had made an unlikely home – in their wing mirror. The family had been travelling for three hours in a horse box and had arrived in Somerset when they heard chirping. They contacted Secret World Wildlife Rescue in Highbridge who sent a response driver […]
Study identifies traits that help birds adapt to urban living, shows better planning can bolster biodiversity
As cities gobble up natural spaces, some birds have learned to live alongside skyscrapers, traffic and noise—and large numbers of humans. A UCLA-led team of biologists wondered if those city-dwelling birds share common characteristics around the world that help them survive. In a paper published in Current Biology, they reveal the answer: Urban bird species […]
Would YOU like your own private island? Stunning Scottish isle inhabited only by birds goes on sale for £150,000
A stunning uninhabited island off the coast of Scotland has gone on the market for £150,000. Barlocco, one of the Islands of Fleet in Wigtown Bay, Dumfries and Galloway is now for sale. The island has been described as a ‘romantic’ dream due to its privacy and the wildlife that can be found on it. […]
Meant to Catch Spotted Lanternflies, Glue Traps Are a Horrifying Hazard for Birds
Artist Sarah Valeri was on her way to an art studio open house in October when she stumbled across a grisly scene. Several trees lining the Brooklyn sidewalk were wrapped in strips of lime-green tape. Stuck to them were dead insects, feathers, and the carcasses of two birds. The horrifying centerpiece was a live Downy […]