Black-throated finch wins 2019 Australian bird of the year

The 'subtly stunning' songbird needs attention like this to save it from habitat loss, conservationists say.

Catastrophic fires in Australia raise concerns about the future of koalas

Rescuers are racing to save koalas as a barrage of bushfires roar across the country.

How much weight can a hawk carry?

It's cool to have hawks and other raptors living in our midst, but should we be…

These birds prove you don't need a big brain for a complex social life

Multilevel societies had only been found in big-brained mammals. Then researchers studied the vulturine guineafowl.

How exercise can make you happier

A growing body of research suggests exercise can provide a powerful buffer against anxiety and depression.

Why quitting the Paris climate deal is a bad idea

The U.S. retreat from the Paris Agreement is bad news for the world, but it could…

Sunlight exposure can affect your gut bacteria

A new study proposes 'the existence of a novel skin-gut axis' that helps our gut bacteria…

7 uncanny facts about crows

Crows and other corvids are incredibly intelligent, but like most geniuses, they tend to be misunderstood.

6 ways to protect bats and birds from wind turbines

Wind turbines can **** birds and bats, but they don't have to. Here are a few…

Why is the Tongass National Forest so important?

Known as the 'crown jewel' of U.S. national forests, this ancient ecosystem is at a crossroads.