Researchers are trying to understand why some wild species do better than others over time, as the environment changes.

Researchers study house sparrow genetics to understand survival, evolution, and how species respond to environmental change.

How much does it matter where you are born, or whether you are heavy or light, if you are a house sparrow? Researcher Kenneth ...

It’s easy to lump all sparrow bird types together: “Yep, looks like a sparrow to me.” You can find at least 33 species of native sparrows across the country. And while their plumage won’t sweep you ...

A new study finds that some sparrow species will likely go extinct within the century due to climate change. A new study in The Condor: Ornithological Applications finds that some sparrow species will ...

With the passing of peak fall warbler migration comes yet another exciting time - fall sparrow migration. Many of Iowa's sparrow species are transient, wintering south of our state. Therefore, the ...

Birds are a barometer of the health of water sources, habitats, and air quality. A notable example is the use of canaries in ...

Multiple types of birds at a bird feeder - Nitr/Shutterstock Having a bird feeder in your backyard can indeed be a rewarding experience. There are many things you should be looking for in a bird ...

Freed from the threat of invasive predators, Galapagos birds are performing astonishing feats of return and innovation – 200 ...

A team of scientists based in Brazil recently reported that they discovered a new species of Tinamou in the mountains of the ...

Want to see a wider variety of birds in your backyard? Choosing the right food is key, since some, like one particular seed, ...