At first glance, feathers may seem like simple parts of a bird’s body. But if you look closer—under a microscope or through a scientific lens—they reveal an intricate story of evolution, biology, and ...

Discover the clever ways birds survive winter, from sunbathing and feathery insulation to behavioral and metabolic tricks that conserve heat and energy.

Nature's changes are fascinating. Birds are no exception, with some species transforming their feather colors with the ...