Q: A friend who’s a birdwatcher pointed out a scarlet tanager to me, and boy, do they live up to their name. Are they common in our state? A: I’m not surprised you were amazed by a scarlet tanager, ...

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With the breeding season still in full swing for many birds, June is a good time to get to grips with some of our migrant ...

The Torresian Imperial Pigeon is like a traveler following the perfect weather! This elegant bird spends the hotter months in ...

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From freaky spiders to smelly stink bugs, here are the most common house bugs to be aware of, how to identify them, and where you’ll find them in your home.

A common backyard bird you will see this summer are blue jays. Although they are known for their aggressive bullying behavior at the neighborhood bird feeders, they're a wonderful sight to see. They ...

Nestled in the heart of Rajasthan, Keoladeo Ghana National Park, also known as Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary, is a haven for ...

Secreted from the crops of doves and pigeons (part of their digestive system), this chunky, yellow ... the wings and the little bit of black above the beak. The call, a confident and clear peter-peter ...