When observing the take off, look for birds that "launch" from an elevated perch, such as a tree limb, "jump" from a standing position, or "taxi" by getting a running start. When watching landings ...

The Great Potoo has small slits in its eyelids that allow it to detect movement and light even when its eyes are shut.

Georgia Department of Natural Resources wildlife specialist Brett Albanese led a group on a birdwatching hike on an Oconee County farm.

When it comes to bird perches, it’s best to provide variety—after all, in the wild, they wouldn’t be sitting on the same branch all the ... those that look like tree branches to closely ...

“It’s not easy to mimic how birds fly and perch,” said Stanford engineer William Roderick. “After millions of years of evolution, they make take-off and landing look so easy, even among all of the ...

After 24–48 hours, padded perches (for better weight-bearing and stability) can be added to allow proper limb extension. Food and water should be readily available, and the bird should be ...