Until a few years ago, mornings in Bengaluru were filled with the loud cawing of crows. You’d spot them on rooftops, electric wires, trees, and near local markets. Today, that familiar background noise is fading, replaced by silence. Both the common house crow and the jungle crow, once regular sights across the city, are vanishing … Read more
In Bhutan, two newly hatched chicks of the white-bellied heron have reached adulthood, marking a major win for conservation efforts. This bird is critically endangered, with fewer than 60 believed to exist in South Asia. The success was made possible with grants from the Suntory World Bird Conservation Fund and the Toyo Tire Group Environmental … Read more
Uppalapadu Bird Sanctuary in Guntur district, a vital refuge for migratory birds from around the world, is set to gain stronger protection by being declared a ‘Conservation Reserve’ under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972. This legal recognition will help secure the sanctuary’s future, ensuring better care, funding, and conservation efforts to support the thousands of … Read more
A new fossil discovery in northern Alaska has changed what we know about ancient birds. Tiny bones found in the icy Prince Creek Formation reveal that birds were nesting in the Arctic at least 73 million years ago—around 30 million years earlier than previously believed. This surprising find shows that ancient birds were more adaptable … Read more
Members of the British royal family have often shown their support for protecting the environment. They work on projects to help nature, save wildlife, and fight climate change. As public figures, they want to set a good example by promoting sustainability. However, during her recent trip to Scotland, Princess Kate Middleton faced criticism for using … Read more
President Prabowo Subianto recently held a meeting with the UK Government’s International Education Champion, Professor Sir Steve Smith, in Hambalang to discuss ways to strengthen education cooperation between Indonesia and the United Kingdom. The meeting focused on deepening partnerships between universities, increasing student exchange, and boosting research collaboration. Key Topics Discussed The discussion centered around … Read more
Iranian citizens were arrested in London on charges of spying and planning violent acts. This has caused disagreements between the two countries, as they argue over how the case is being handled. Let’s take a closer look at what happened and why it is important for both nations. The Arrests and Charges On 3 May, … Read more
A recent study has identified important regions across the United States where investing in conservation can bring triple benefits—helping people, fighting climate change, and protecting bird species. These special areas, called conservation sweet spots, support many U.S. bird species, including 75% of all forest birds. Finding Win-Win-Win Conservation Areas Rachel Neugarten from the Wildlife Conservation … Read more
Every year, many birds travel thousands of miles during migration without obvious signs like roads or maps to guide them. Scientists have been curious about how these birds manage such long journeys with such precision. Recent research suggests that birds use tiny biological tools inside their bodies to sense the Earth’s magnetic field, helping them … Read more
Birds do more than just fly and sing—they molt, shedding and regrowing feathers, a crucial process for their survival. Molting affects everything from keeping warm to attracting mates. A new study from the University of Utah shows that this important process is now changing in response to climate change. Tracking Changes in Molt Timing Researchers … Read more