New research has revealed that birds, reptiles, and mammals have developed complex brain circuits independently, despite sharing a common ancestor. These findings challenge the traditional view of ...

Charles Darwin predicted the existence of a moth with a long tongue based on a comet orchid's nectar spurs. This was ...

A photographer’s Covid-era hobby turned into a four-year project that produced around half a million photos. But one stood ...

A delicate and charming tiny yellow bird comes to life through vibrant strokes of art, capturing its cheerful essence in every detail. This piece showcases the warmth and whimsy of nature, bringing a ...

A barred owl made quite a stir in Arlington, Virginia, over the Christmas holiday. The bird evidently was playing Santa Claus ...

The Sony World Photography Awards returns to celebrate contemporary photography and the ways the arts reflect the world around us. Here is a selection of the images from the winners of this year's ...

There are water fowl on the lake (egrets and gulls, grebes and coots) and turkey vultures have recently been seen around in large gatherings. But Smith is looking for eagles. Specifically, he’s ...