How High Can Birds Fly? The Surprising Answer!
Like several other animals, birds have evolved to become better creatures. Their ancestors—the theropods—couldn’t fly or even try. What you get to see nowadays are forelimbs that are so adapted to flying that they can keep them up in the air for very long periods of time. In fact, we believe the longest time a […]
Continue readingHow Do Birds Keep Warm and Survive The Winter?
Charles Darwin said it best: “The only organisms that will remain standing, after it’s all been said and done, are those that figure out how to adapt to the gradual changes in their environment.” We’re certain that birds understand this all too well because they are highly adaptable creatures. Look at toucans, for example. Who […]
Continue readingDo Birds Sleep? What You Need to Know!
They do, but not in the way you’d imagine. The idea of catching a good night’s sleep doesn’t mean the same thing to birds as it does to humans. You’ll know you’ve had a good night’s rest if you went to bed early, and didn’t wake up during the night. But to birds, sleeping has […]
Continue reading20 Types of Duck in Colorado
If you live in the state of Colorado or you are just visiting to see the beautiful sites, you might wonder what types of ducks Colorado houses. Since ducks are migratory creatures, they may not always be in the state at the same time as you, but there are several duck species that pass through. […]
Continue reading10 Most Dangerous Birds in the World (With Pictures)
When we think of dangerous birds, what is the first thing that comes to mind? Maybe you don’t think of a giant pterodactyl chasing you down—but you might think of birds of prey or even large fowl. Interestingly, some birds can pose huge risks despite their size. Other birds are simply dangerous in other ways […]
Continue reading12 Largest Birds of North America (with Pictures)
Birds inhabit all parts of the world, including Antarctica. Many of them migrate at some point throughout the year, but those migrating birds seem to think of just one part of the world as their home. If they migrate, they are migrating away from home. But when the weather is ready and the food is […]
Continue reading4 Main Types of Ducks in the United States (With Pictures)
Ducks belong to the Anatidae family, along with geese and swans. They’re a common sight in the United States and you can find different species in each region. In general, there are four main types of ducks that you can find in the United States, and within these types are subtypes and subspecies. Let’s take a […]
Continue readingWhere Do Hummingbirds Sleep At Night?
Although hummingbirds are mostly seen scurrying around your feeder, they have to sleep at some point. During the nighttime, hummingbirds find small twigs protected from the wind so that they can sleep safely and soundly in a state of torpor. To learn more about where hummingbirds sleep at night and what torpor entails, keep reading. […]
Continue readingWhy Do Crows Gather in Large Numbers? 5 Reasons for This Behavior
Crows are fascinating animals. They are beautiful while flying in the sky, yet they also tend to seem ominous. Crows have been featured in thriller and horror movies for decades. Crows are even known to attack humans that are seemingly minding their own business. However, human attacks are not common, so there is no reason […]
Continue readingDo Crows Like Shiny Things? Myth or Reality?
A few bird species are attracted to shiny things for one reason or another. Some try to steal shiny objects to decorate their nests with and to attract other birds. The most common types of birds that seem to like shiny things include the Blue Jay, the Magpie, and the Jackdaw. Although the crow has […]
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