The thought that such a small creature could feel safe enough in our presence to raise its young is heartwarming, indeed — ...

If you think you know everything about how animals respond to wild weather, think again. Recent findings have revealed a ...

Soak cotton balls in an essential oil. Peppermint and lemon scents can repel birds, but you'll have to replace the cotton ...

Birds may decorate nests with artificial objects and feathers to deter magpies and ravens from taking their eggs. Many birds have been observed placing human-made objects in their nests, such as ...

Birds build nests mainly to keep their eggs and chicks safe. Nests give warmth and shelter and help protect them from predators. Without a good nest, it would be hard for birds to keep their eggs ...

The only thing more incredible than how fast a hummingbird flaps its wings is how it builds its nest. These birds are masters of camouflage when it comes to construction. A nest is rarely found if ...

Nest boxes help many species of birds, including eastern bluebirds, tree swallows and wood ducks, by providing protection during nesting season.

These Bird Nests Are Full of Trash, Including Some That’s 30 Years Old Scientists studying Eurasian coots in Amsterdam found layers of decades-old garbage in their urban nests ...

Nest researcher Auke-Florian Hiemstra stumbled upon a bird nest that appeared to go back 30 years in time – filled with historical plastics. His discovery of successive layers of plastic in birds’ ...

A 'bizarre' material used by some birds to line their nests in tree cavities could actually save their offspring.

Some are cup-shaped, some have domes, others have been likened to apartment complexes. How do birds build their nurseries?