New research by Smithsonian scientists suggests that preferences for certain sounds might be evolutionarily conserved ...

A database of sounds from a community of wild dolphins is proving to be a great resource for researchers studying dolphin communication.

Hummingbirds are famous for their speed and quick wings, but did you know about their clear tongues? Read here to learn more.

Researchers at the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution have uncovered the oldest known recording of whale song. And it reveals a noisier soundscape of today's oceans.

If you have feeders in your backyard, you probably enjoy the birds. Many species, such as cardinals, goldfinches, and robins ...

The Supreme Court on Friday revived a First Amendment lawsuit from a street preacher who used a loudspeaker to call people “whores,” “Jezebels” and “sissies” as they tried to enter an amphitheater to ...

South America, aptly named the \"Bird Continent,\" hosts over 3,500 bird species, the most diverse globally. From the Amazon ...

A special filter helps hummers easily spot the hue, but that's not the same as a natural attraction. Artificial dyes in ...

The IRS will always first contact you by U.S. mail, not by phone or text message. Scammers may pose as tax officials to steal your money or personal information. The IRS will not demand payment via ...

The voices on the emergency calls sound calm. Matter-of-fact. Routine. “Frio County 911. What is your emergency?” “I’m calling from the Dilley immigration center in Dilley, Texas. I’m calling for a ...

The Los Angeles Lakers fell short against the Boston Celtics at home, and had coach JJ Redick voiced his concern over the referees’ no-call decision on LeBron James. JJ Redick and the Los Angeles ...