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EFFECTS OF REMOVING SNAGS ON BIRDS
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...- In the mid-1980s, a New Zealand botanist left gorse on abandoned farmland; native trees gradually grew through it and shaded it outA botanist left gorse to restore farmland on New Zealand's Banks Peninsula. This spiky shrub provided shelter and moisture for native seedl...
- 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...
- Solar eclipse 2026: The Sun will disappear on August 12 and birds may go silent, dogs could act strangely and temperatures may plunge.Solar eclipse 2026 will bring a rare celestial spectacle on August 12, with the event expected to create noticeable changes on Earth. As da...
- Are pigeons ruining your garden plants and balcony? A simple aluminium foil trick may keep them awayGarden lovers can easily fend off pesky pigeons with a clever use of an aluminium foil hack. By making foil into balls and hanging them up,...
- 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 ...
- In 1977, California removed the last herbivores from San Miguel Island after years of overgrazing. Decades later, the barren landscape produced a stunning ecological comeback, transforming into an island covered with native vegetationSan Miguel Island tells a powerful conservation story. Once called a “barren lump of sand,” the 9,500-acre California island suffered more ...
- 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 ...
- 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...
- Why are people putting aluminum foil on their balconies? The simple trick that may help deter pigeonsAluminum foil may help deter pigeons from balconies because its reflective surface, movement and flashes of light can make landing areas le...
- 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...
- Vinegar to clean your car windscreen: How to use it correctly, why people do it and does it work?Vinegar on car windscreen: Vinegar possesses acidic properties that can tackle some windshield grime and water marks. However, relying sole...
- 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...
- David Beckham’s gardening hacks: How the football legend grows roses, plums and fresh vegetables at homeDavid Beckham often shares his country garden, featuring roses and vegetables on his Instagram handle. He learned a simple trick for planti...
- 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...
- 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 ...
- SEGA appoints Black White Orange as Angry Birds licensing agent for IndiaSEGA has appointed Black White Orange as the official licensing agent for Angry Birds in India. This partnership aims to expand the brand's...
- Canada’s innocent-looking ‘butcher bird’ looks harmless but mercilessly stabs its prey on thorns and barbed wire: Meet the tiny songbird with a terrifying hunting secret, now facing threats in SaskatchewanCanada’s innocent-looking northern shrike, nicknamed the “butcher bird,” has a shocking hunting habit that makes it unlike most songbirds. ...
- 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...
- Lone baby bird found on playground rescued and reunited with family in heartwarming momentA young yellow-crowned night heron was discovered alone on a Long Island playground. Animal rescuer Karenlynn Stracher moved the bird to a ...
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