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  • Meet the Hooded Pitohui: World’s only toxic bird in New Guinea you shouldn’t touch

    The hooded pitohui’s bright plumage signals danger to predators. This strategy, called aposematism, warns attackers to stay away.

  • Meet Black-Necked Crane: The rare and majestic bird of the Himalayas

    Meet Black-Necked Crane: The rare and majestic bird of the Himalayas

    The black-necked crane, a rare and graceful bird of the Himalaya, is admired for its striking beauty, cultural significance and fragile existence in high-altitude wetlands, where it continues to inspire conservation.

  • Rare sex reversal phenomenon found in Australian birds and it is more common than believed

    Rare sex reversal phenomenon found in Australian birds and it is more common than believed

    A new Australian study has revealed that sex reversal in wild birds is more widespread than previously thought, surprising scientists and raising conservation concerns.

  • Sky-Coloured Wonders: World’s 10 Most Beautiful Blue Birds

    Sky-Coloured Wonders: World’s 10 Most Beautiful Blue Birds

    From shimmering jays to royal pigeons, discover ten of the world’s most breathtaking blue birds. These sky-toned wonders showcase nature’s palette in every corner of the globe.

  • Rare pale-capped pigeon spotted in Assam’s Dehing Patkai Park

    Rare pale-capped pigeon spotted in Assam’s Dehing Patkai Park

    The pale-capped pigeon, known for its ash-grey feathers and pale crown, is rarely seen in the wild. It lives deep in forests and avoids people.

  • Rare long-billed bush warbler spotted in Ladakh, India, after 46 years

    Rare long-billed bush warbler spotted in Ladakh, India, after 46 years

    A team of birders has confirmed India's first sighting of the long-billed bush warbler in 46 years.

  • Mesmerising electric-blue 'grandala' bird spotted in the Himalayas – Watch video here

    Mesmerising electric-blue 'grandala' bird spotted in the Himalayas – Watch video here

    These bluebirds are often found at high altitudes. They travel together in groups, weaving through chilly Himalayan air.

  • Little spotted Kiwi found alive on mainland New Zealand after 46 years

    Little spotted Kiwi found alive on mainland New Zealand after 46 years

    The little spotted kiwi is New Zealand’s smallest kiwi species, known for its pale feathers and nocturnal, flightless behaviour.

  • New survey finds 43 grassland and endangered bird species in Kaziranga

    New survey finds 43 grassland and endangered bird species in Kaziranga

    A recent survey across Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve has revealed an impressive variety of grassland bird species.

  • New research shows urgent action could still save Hawaii’s critically endangered honeycreeper

    New research shows urgent action could still save Hawaii’s critically endangered honeycreeper

    Today, only around 40 ‘akikiki live in conservation breeding centres on Maui and the Big Island.

  • Meet the World's Heaviest Flying Bird

    Meet the World's Heaviest Flying Bird

    Discover the majestic Kori Bustard, the world's heaviest flying bird, found in Africa's open grasslands and savannas, and learn about its unique characteristics and conservation status.

  • Cassowary: Meet the World’s most dangerous bird that can kill a human

    Cassowary: Meet the World’s most dangerous bird that can kill a human

    Meet the cassowary, the world's most dangerous bird, known for its powerful legs, sharp claws, and striking appearance, and learn about conservation efforts to protect this ancient species.

  • 90% of Raptors don’t survive their first year. Here's why

    90% of Raptors don’t survive their first year. Here's why

    Discover the harsh reality facing young raptors, with nearly 90% perishing within their first year. Learn about the natural and human-induced threats they face and the conservation efforts underway to protect these magnificent birds.

  • Dodo to Great Auk: 10 Extinct Birds Scientists Are Trying to Revive

    Dodo to Great Auk: 10 Extinct Birds Scientists Are Trying to Revive

    Explore the fascinating world of extinct birds being revived by scientists. From the dodo to the great auk, discover the species being brought back to life.

  • Epic journey: Lone one-year-old vulture travels 4,000km from Maharashtra to Tamil Nadu

    Epic journey: Lone one-year-old vulture travels 4,000km from Maharashtra to Tamil Nadu

    "A one-year-old white-rumped vulture's incredible 4,000 km flight from Maharashtra to Tamil Nadu highlights the need for strengthened conservation measures to protect this endangered species.

  • Meet Wisdom: World's oldest bird to become a mother again at the age of 74; watch video

    Meet Wisdom: World's oldest bird to become a mother again at the age of 74; watch video

    Wisdom, the world's oldest known Laysan albatross, is set to hatch another chick at 74 years old, defying odds and inspiring conservation efforts.

  • Once thought to be extinct, this bald bird, makes a comeback in Europe after 300 years

    Once thought to be extinct, this bald bird, makes a comeback in Europe after 300 years

    With its glossy black feathers and curved beak, this bird once roamed across continents and held cultural significance in ancient times, even featuring in Egyptian hieroglyphs to symbolise "spirit."

  • State of India’s Birds 2023: Top 10 takeaways for conservation

    State of India’s Birds 2023: Top 10 takeaways for conservation

    The report, which returns after a gap of three years, shows 60 per cent of species in long-term decline. A few, however, are thriving.

  • Why the next decade is crucial for bird conservation in India

    Why the next decade is crucial for bird conservation in India

    One in 8 bird species is currently endangered worldwide, and 93 that are globally threatened can be found in India.

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