An advertisement for the 1994 World Cup, fast food wrappers, COVID-19 masks—what birds used to build their nests reflects a ...

Bird nests use long, stiff rods that interlock through friction and shape. Vibration strengthens the structure.

The Italian ecologist knew the trash hung from the nests of a certain bird, the black kite. But why? Many species of birds decorate their nests to attract a mate—but kites already have partners ...

In Amsterdam, the birds have been constructing nests out of plastic food wrappers, masks and other waste for at least 30 years, researchers report in the February Ecology. The revelation shows not ...

"These nest boxes, though, have provided the key ingredient to house generations of these birds." The nest boxes have been at the site since 1990, Reinartz said. They were installed by UWM ...

nature enthusiasts and anyone who spends time outside to help track down bird nests this spring. The effort will provide vital data for the 3rd Pennsylvania Bird Atlas, a colossal effort led by a ...

Charity Manx BirdLife which runs the reserve said that sand martins, small migratory birds, currently nest in the working quarry near the reserve. However, due to a changing landscape, the sites ...