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The display feathers of the male Indian Peafowl are an amazing spectacle. The peacock with the best display attracts a harem of peahens with his courtship dance. more...
The beautiful Blue Peafowl, often simply called the peacock, originated in India. We are learning more about its natural history, habitat, feeding, and breeding habits. more...
Bluebirds, found throughout most of North America, need places to nest and they'll use a nesting box if it's in the right location and has the right features. more...
Most animals don't use tools and even fewer make tools - the New Caledonian Crow does both, using twigs, probes, and prefabricated hooks to get at buried or hidden food. more...
Help a Bird of Prey for Christmas
Birders appreciate Christmas gifts that help the birds. Wings of Wonder, a non-profit charitable
organization in Michigan, is all about helping raptors.
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Alcyon – Bird of Peace and Calm
Halcyon birds, according to Greek mythology, bring us days of peace and calm around Christmas time--halcyon days. The bird in the legend is the European Kingfisher. more...
Phoenix – Symbol of Immortality
The Phoenix lives a long life, and then is consumed by flames, only to immediately rise again from the ashes. This mythical bird is surrounded by folklore and legend. more...
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By: Joel Wittnebel
Over the years the populations of birds in North America have been declining. This article is a summary of the main causes contributing to this event. more...
By: Chad J Stumph
The Piasa Bird mural north of Alton, Illinois on the Great River Road is a modern depiction of a prehistoric Native American petroglyph engraved upon the bluffs. more...
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