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30,000-year-old fossilized vulture feathers 'nothing like what we usually see' preserved in volcanic ash
However, over the years, much of the fossil was lost, with only the feathers of one wing and the bird's head and neck ...
From dinosaurs to birds: The origins of feather formation
Feathers are among the most complex cutaneous appendages in the animal kingdom. While their evolutionary origin has been ...
Rare creature — with feathers of ‘fire’ — captured on trail camera in Malaysia. See it
Their beautiful plumage has put them at risk, making them a rare site in the forests and valleys of Malaysia and Indonesia. Recently, a trail camera set up in a Malaysia reserve captured one of the ...
Scientists Stunned by Bird That Pretends To Be a Toxic Caterpillar
A hummingbird chick in Panama mimics a poisonous caterpillar to avoid predators—a rare case of bird-to-insect mimicry. When ...
Spot a bird feather in your Kansas yard? Why picking it up could land you in court
The possession of feathers and other parts of native North American birds without a permit is banned by the Migratory Bird ...
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Some birds use biofluorescence to attract mates, glowing in colors that humans can't see
Biofluorescence is widespread in birds-of-paradise, a group of tropical birds famous for their spectacular courtship dances.
8 most beautiful bird species in the World
The Paradise Tanager is a stunning bird with beautiful colours that is a true gem in the avian world. It comes from the rainforests of South America and showcases the beauty of nature. This bird has a ...