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BIRD TRACKING DEVICE CHALLENGES
The hidden owl war: An invasive owl is conquering ancient forests, putting the threatened northern spotted owl at even greater risk- In 2024, Australian scientists reported fitting five parrots with tracking devices; within 48 hours, the birds had removed every one
- Are pigeons ruining your garden plants and balcony? A simple aluminium foil trick may keep them away
- In 2023, scientists trained bumblebee demonstrators to open a puzzle box; other bees copied the method until the behavior spread through their coloniesIn an intriguing study, it was discovered that bumblebees can learn various skills simply by observing the actions of other bees. Untrained...13 Aug, 2026, 02.40 PM IST
- Canadian researchers “cleaned up” burned forest by removing every dead tree; bird abundance fell 50% in areas without snags for food, perching, and nestingClearing away dead trees after forest fires can lead to a notable decline in bird numbers. These standing dead trees are essential, offerin...12 Aug, 2026, 08.40 PM IST
- Australian scientists put GPS trackers on five magpies; two were removed within hours, and all five were gone within daysA fascinating display of teamwork was observed in Australian magpies as they successfully removed tracking devices from fellow birds. Withi...12 Aug, 2026, 07.20 PM IST
- Jackie the Big Bear eagle dies: Why millions are heartbrokenBald eagle Jackie, an internet celebrity, died after weeks of intensive treatment. Thousands of viewers mourned the bird they watched for y...12 Aug, 2026, 07.02 PM IST
- Hidden in Uganda's swamps, this 4-foot-tall bird looks like a living dinosaur, complete with a fearsome hooked bill and a machine-gun-like call; scientists still don't fully understand its strange evolutionUganda’s shoebill is one of Africa’s strangest birds, standing up to 140 centimeters tall with a huge hooked bill built for catching large ...11 Aug, 2026, 10.10 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Langston Hughes, 'Hold fast to dreams, for if dreams die, life is a broken-winged bird that cannot fly' teaches timeless life lessons, wisdom on hope, purpose, courage, strength for personal growth, success in career, work, offers psychology about focus, ambition, happiness, optimism, positivityQuote of the day by Langston Hughes remains powerful because it speaks to something deeply human: the need to believe that life can become ...11 Aug, 2026, 09.24 PM IST
- The parrot on America’s El Yunque quarter once had only about 13 birds left in the wild; biologists bred and released new flocks across Puerto RicoFeatured on the 2012 US quarter, the Puerto Rican parrot symbolizes a triumph over extinction. In the 1990s, a genetic analysis unveiled a ...11 Aug, 2026, 05.00 PM IST
- The bird on the Seychelles’ 25-rupee note once had only 12 survivors on one island; after another decline, conservationists helped rebuild it to around 280 across five islandsThe Seychelles magpie-robin was on the brink of extinction, with a mere twelve individuals left. In 1990, a concerted conservation effort k...11 Aug, 2026, 04.54 PM IST
- Almost three-quarters of England now in drought, UK government saysNearly three-quarters of England is now experiencing drought conditions. This severe situation stems from prolonged dry weather and higher ...10 Aug, 2026, 10.22 PM IST
- In 1964, an Australian couple camped on a North Queensland island; their decades-long campaign helped a pigeon colony recover from under 2,000 birds to more than 40,000In 1965, Margaret and Arthur Thorsborne initiated a bird count that has become one of the most enduring wildlife studies globally. Their un...10 Aug, 2026, 05.46 PM IST
- In 1981, only 5 black robins remained. Check how scientists used other species to save them from extinctionIn 1981-82, the Chatham Island black robin faced dire straits, with just five birds remaining. To combat this decline, wildlife officials i...09 Aug, 2026, 08.31 PM IST
- In 2013, Croatian scientists trained honeybees with TNT-laced sugar syrup. Years later, it helped restore mine-contaminated landscapes by detecting hidden explosivesHoneybees trained to detect explosives: Researchers are training honeybees to detect explosives using their keen sense of smell. Drones and...08 Aug, 2026, 03.04 AM IST
- A Harvard psychologist in 1943 wanted pigeons to guide missiles during World War II. Eight decades later, it earned him an Ig Nobel Peace PrizeDuring World War II, B.F. Skinner developed Project Pigeon to guide missiles. Trained pigeons pecked at screens, steering weapons toward en...07 Aug, 2026, 02.59 PM IST
- In 2016, scientists identified the globe skimmer as the world's longest-distance insect flyer. Years later, it reshaped our understanding of insect migrationResearchers from Rutgers University have uncovered genetic evidence demonstrating that dragonflies embark on remarkable long-distance migra...06 Aug, 2026, 09.13 PM IST
- The hidden danger inside Spain's eucalyptus forests that worries scientistsSpain's eucalyptus plantations appear green but support fewer native birds and insects. These monocultures lack the diverse vegetation and ...05 Aug, 2026, 08.55 PM IST
- Delhi eyes Badminton World Championship redemption with no more bird droppings, stray animalsOrganizers assure a smoother spectacle for the upcoming World Championships. Preparations are on track after addressing past venue cleanlin...04 Aug, 2026, 07.24 PM IST
- In 1970s, Burmese pythons arrived in Florida as pets. Then a hurricane helped turn them into the Everglades' top predator—now robot rabbits are fighting backFlorida is deploying solar-powered robot rabbits to lure invasive Burmese pythons. These AI-powered decoys imitate prey, using heat and sce...03 Aug, 2026, 03.44 PM IST
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