Birds make an incredible variety of sounds, from simple chirps to complex songs, but whether they actually understand each ...

As of today, Rick Rieder is the favourite. Anyone seeking to take measure of Rieder has a lot of material to work with. In ...

In the fall and winter, grackles gather in huge numbers in suburban trees at night, then spend their days searching for bugs, ...

Sometimes, walking into a party and realizing you have absolutely nothing to contribute to the conversation happens. Everyone ...

Birds have always symbolised freedom. Their open wings, morning songs, and effortless flight make us feel closer to nature.

And the birds up on the wires and the telegraph poles; they can always fly away from this rain and this cold; you can hear ...

When winter settles over the Salish Sea, most people imagine gray skies and dormant landscapes. But those who venture into ...

Sound Off is an opinion forum for Mercury readers to offer brief comments on today’s news. Submissions must be 75 words or fewer and are subject to editing for grammar and clarity. Publication is at ...

"This will make it even easier." Scientists make stunning AI-powered discoveries while listening to animal recordings: 'It ...

There's no question that being in nature is good for well-being. Research shows that experiencing nature and listening to natural sounds can relax us.

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Big Garden Birdwatch is the world’s largest garden wildlife survey. Each year, on the last weekend of January, hundreds of ...