He's the size of a BEE. During the spring and summer, hummingbirds may be seen hovering in midair, dipping their long, tapered bills deep into the centers of flowers. While these birds are recognized for their diminutive size, their mile-a-minute wings and iridescent feathers make them easy to notice. But one variety of hummingbird is rather mysterious, even if you live … [Read more...] about This is The World’s Smallest Bird
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What Should You Do If You Find A Baby Bird Outside Its Nest?
Seeing a baby bird in danger is never a pleasant experience, and the more compassionate among us often rescue, care for, and hope that they will be strong enough to fly away and fend for themselves. However, it is not always a smart idea, because adopting wild birds, whether temporarily or permanently, might cause more harm than good. This movie, which was featured by Slate … [Read more...] about What Should You Do If You Find A Baby Bird Outside Its Nest?
Hundreds Of Birds Crash Into The Ground In A Mass Bird Fall, As Captured On Video
Last week, a security camera in Mexico recorded bizarre and unsettling video that has since gone viral. In the most recent instance of a mass bird die-off, a massive flock of yellow-throated blackbirds was photographed crashing to the earth in Ciudad Cuauhtemoc, in western Chihuahua. While many people bounce back fast, others don't seem to be as fortunate. People have … [Read more...] about Hundreds Of Birds Crash Into The Ground In A Mass Bird Fall, As Captured On Video
Robert Irwin, The Son Of Steve Irwin, Teaches A Grumpy Bird How To Manage Her Anger
The late renowned "Crocodile Hunter" Steve Irwin's son, Robert Irwin, attempted to teach a cranky bush-stone curlew named Emily how to effectively manage her anger issues in a video for Australia Zoo. Emily was behaving erratically a lot and was pecking everything and everyone in her way. Irwin didn't make Emily lose her anger, but he did convince her that being kind is better … [Read more...] about Robert Irwin, The Son Of Steve Irwin, Teaches A Grumpy Bird How To Manage Her Anger
Delightful Puppy Dropped In Garden By Bird Of Prey Turns Out To Not Be A Dog At All
It's not every day that a dog falls from the skies into your property. But that's exactly what occurred to Wandiligong homeowners in Victoria, Australia, when they heard whimpers coming from their yard. When they realized the small puppy didn't belong to anybody, they brought him in and cared for him for 24 hours before transporting him to Alpine Animal Hospital. Everyone … [Read more...] about Delightful Puppy Dropped In Garden By Bird Of Prey Turns Out To Not Be A Dog At All