Birds

'The Morning the Apples Began to Sing': A story of wonder and imagination - review

A story of wonder and self-expression, inspiring children to imagine, create, and embrace life’s hidden miracles.

Thee are no illustrations, except for an unexpected one on the last page.

Russian cyborg pigeon drones begin real-world testing phases, sparking concern over military misuse

Wings beat in perfect unison, massive birds rising into the brightening sky.

In Hula Valley, a Hanukkah crane ritual connects modern families, ancient texts - opinion

Parisian psychologist Catherine Hervais holds a pigeon's toeless foot showing the consequence strings can have on the bird on her daily mission to care for the capital's pigeons in front of the Centre Pompidou (aka Beaubourg) in Paris, France, November 4, 2025.

Sharks, pigeons may have something in common - the electric sensors in their ears - study


Bird flu spotted in Israel again as outbreaks intensify globally

Since 2021, Europe and the Americas have been suffering from a nearly continuous outbreak of H5N1 avian influenza.

 Workers in protective gear seen in Moshav Givat Yoav, in northern Israel, December 29, 2021, following an outbreak of avian influenza

Small dinosaurs flapped their feathers to scare prey and catch a meal

Most dinos died out about 66 million years ago, but but we’re still learning new things about them on a regular basis.

 Caudipteryx zoui

West Nile virus found to be connected with agriculture and migratory bird routes

West Nile fever is caused by a virus primarily present in birds and transferred to humans through mosquito bites. Those infected typically experience flu-like symptoms.

 Bird receiving oral swab for West Nile virus testing.

Captive-bred vultures can improve flight and migration performance

Two types of experiences affect the behavioral skills of animals: their environment during early development and later on.

 AN IMMATURE vulture.

What is Israel's most common bird species?

The public is invited to participate in the Great Backyard Bird Count to help scientists learn more.

Hoopoe

Rare pacific diver bird spotted in Israel for the first time

A pacific diver was spotted in Eilat, marking the first time this rare bird has been seen in Israel.

 A pacific diver is seen swimming in Eilat.

Scientists warn bird flu likely to spread further in Antarctica

In October, the first ever recorded case of bird flu in the Antarctic region was detected in brown skua birds.

 Adelie penguins are seen as scientists investigate the impact of climate change on Antarctica's penguin colonies, on the eastern side of the Antarctic peninsula, Antarctica January 17, 2022.

Fireworks are not for birds! Causes confusion for migrating birds during flight

Birds are very sensitive and can easily be confused, suffer accidents, and their path shifted by noises like fireworks.

 CRANES AT Hula Valley Lake.

Bird flu outbreak reported in central Israel

Last week, two outbreaks of H5N1 avian influenza were reported in Israel.

 View of Shluhot, on November 23, 2022, following an outbreak of the Avian influenza.

Bird flu found at turkey coop in central Israel

The outbreak is the second reported in the past month and the fifth reported in Israel this season.

 Workers in protective gear seen in Moshav Givat Yoav, in northern Israel, December 29, 2021, following an outbreak of avian influenza