Birds understand many sounds around them, from mates to alarms, and this hidden skill may hint at how human language first ...

Pigeons flock to homes seeking sheltered nesting spots, elevated perches, and easy food sources like leftovers and debris.

For decades, scientists have known that only a few groups of birds—songbirds, parrots, and hummingbirds—can learn to produce ...

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They come uninvited, coo all day, and leave a mess behind. But with a few clever tricks, you can reclaim your balcony without ruffling a single pigeon feather!

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Songbirds like parrots and parakeets might be well known for ...

When you think of birds imitating sounds, parrots and starlings might come to mind. They're famous for copying human speech, car alarms, and even ringtone melodies. But what happens when you challenge ...

The relationship between sounds in words and their meaning is thought to be mostly arbitrary. Some linguists and behavioural ecologists, however, argue that the instinctive vocal responses that humans ...

William Feeney receives funding from the Spanish National Research Council. He has previously received funding from the Queensland Government, Hermon Slade Foundation, Seaworld Research and Rescue ...