Turkeys are best known as plump, ground-strutting birds, so it's easy to assume they're stuck on the ground. The truth is more interesting. Wild turkeys can fly, and quite well over short distances, while the turkeys raised on farms generally cannot. Here is why. Can Wild Turkeys Fly? Yes. The wild turkey (Meleagris gallopavo) spends most of its time walking and foraging … [Read more...] about Can Turkeys Fly? The Surprising Truth About These Big Birds
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Crows Remember Human Faces for Years — And Pass Their Grudges to the Next Generation
It sounds like folklore, but science says otherwise. A wild crow that has never seen you, never been trapped by you, and never been threatened by you can still recognize your face and react aggressively—simply because its parents taught it that you are dangerous. This remarkable discovery comes from research led by John Marzluff at the University of Washington. Scientists … [Read more...] about Crows Remember Human Faces for Years — And Pass Their Grudges to the Next Generation
Acorn Woodpecker: Nature’s Master Storage Expert
The Acorn Woodpecker is a remarkable bird that has mastered the art of food storage. Unlike other birds that rely on short-term foraging, the Acorn Woodpecker has developed a sophisticated system to ensure a steady supply of food throughout the winter months. By meticulously creating holes in dead trees and storing acorns within them, these birds have secured their place as one … [Read more...] about Acorn Woodpecker: Nature’s Master Storage Expert
Secretary Birds Have More Luxurious Lashes Than Any Human We Know
Some birds have really silly names. Yeah, yeah, I know that the "white-browed tit-warbler" wasn't named after what it sounds like it was, but that doesn't change the fact that it's funny to modern ears. The fact is that most birds gained their common names long before they meant what they do now. Sometimes, that results in something cheeky and funny, and … [Read more...] about Secretary Birds Have More Luxurious Lashes Than Any Human We Know