Collaborate Disseminate
It was only a matter of time, but highly pathogenic avian influence (HPAI) has officially found its way to bird populations in Antarctica, after dead migratory brown skua on Bird Island returned positive test results.Continue ReadingCategory: Biology, … Continue reading Devastating bird flu officially reaches Antarctica for the first time
The world may be quickly forgetting about COVID-19, but there are signs the next pandemic is already cooking up – bird flu. Scientists have now demonstrated that genetically engineering chickens can reduce their chances of catching and spreading the di… Continue reading Genetically engineered chickens could help slow spread of bird flu
Technology has been very kind to bird lovers, with the likes of apps such as the Merlin Bird ID app allowing enthusiasts of all levels to easily identify their feathered friends in the neighborhood. Until recently, this required a guidebook or more exp… Continue reading Take your birding to an exciting new and immersive level
Almost 200 years on from when Charles Darwin observed his Galapagos Islands finches, which became the emblems of his theory of evolution, birds in the region are again in the news for what many scientists warn could be the source of the next pandemic.C… Continue reading Catastrophic avian influenza reaches the Galapagos for the first time
It’s hard to ascertain how many birds fly into the spinning blades of wind turbines and die as a result – and indeed, the topic is so politically charged that I’d recommend a radiation suit before even googling it. The American Bird Conservancy has wad… Continue reading Active wind turbine control aims to cut bird deaths by 80%
The Bird Photographer of the Year has announced its 2023 competition winners, a stunning celebration of our fine feathered friends. From finches and falcons to penguins and owls, the competition produced some amazing images of birds doing what they do … Continue reading Head-terning images: The Bird Photographer of the Year 2023 winners
Back in August last year, Red7Marine joined a project led by Danish multinational Ørsted to design and install artificial nesting sites for threatened seabirds close to the Suffolk shoreline as part of the upcoming Hornsea 3 offshore windfarm project.C… Continue reading Offshore wind’s first artificial nesting boxes installed off UK coast
In 2009, one frisky parrot put a spotlight on his species when he mounted zoologist Mark Carwardine’s head and proceeded to show the world his finest mating ritual skills, as amused (and bemused) presenter Stephen Fry looked on.Continue ReadingCategory… Continue reading Rare ‘shagging parrot’ is back on home soil after nearly 40 years
You’ve no doubt seen the metal spikes that are placed on the outside of buildings to keep birds from roosting. Well, it has been discovered that magpies and crows are actually using those spikes in their nests – appropriately enough, to keep other bird… Continue reading Birds are using anti-bird spikes to build more secure nests
zU-studio has revealed plans for a new luxury residence in Costa Rica. Named N2 Private House, the project is inspired by the country’s avian population and its overall form is designed to resemble a bird that’s about to take flight.Continue ReadingCat… Continue reading Extraordinary bird-inspired residence spreads its wings