Puffins, often referred to as the 'clown of the sea' or 'sea parrot,' are remarkable avian athletes known for their ...
Recent sightings (through March 3) as reported to Mass Audubon. Single, early tree swallows and Eastern phoebes were seen in various Upper Cape locations. An executive with Hydro-Quebec, a utility ...
As wanderlust drives us toward increasingly off-the-beaten-path destinations, the number of passengers traveling on ...
A stunning black sand beach on Auckland’s west coast, famous for its surf, rugged cliffs, and a large gannet bird colony. Located near the picturesque village of Vik, this black sand beach ...
Here is a look at birds' spiritual meanings in folklore, native cultures, and modern beliefs. Symbol of love: In Greek mythology, the sparrow was one of the birds associated with Aphrodite, the ...
Since late 2024, the avian influenza virus H5N1 has been spreading rapidly through wild bird populations, possibly spurred by fall migration. Waterfowl and seabirds have been hit hard, though ...
Ireland’s Orreco will cross the Atlantic with a trove of athletic performance software, while Iceland’s Oz Sports will bring an AI-driven camera system. On arrival, the duo will join Comcast ...
Share on Pinterest A recent CDC MMWR report shows three new asymptomatic human cases of bird flu, suggesting the virus may be slowly spreading. Johanna Moya/Getty Images A growing bird flu ...
The birds spend most of their lives in the open ocean. Observing birds at sea is nearly impossible, so much about puffins remains a mystery. Ecologists like Erpur Snær Hansen, who leads a team at the ...
An audit in Iceland has found the country has strengthened import controls for food of animal origin but there is still room for improvement, according to a recent report. Iceland is part of the ...
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