ST. PAUL, Minn. — The sounds of spring are singing across trees and lakes. Some birds are returning to Minnesota as others are just passing through. How do birds know when to migrate? And will our ...

Find out how they can see into the future.

With the winter chill set to stay with us for a little longer, it's been a tough few months for our wildlife. Yet, despite the frosty mornings and biting winds, birds have a remarkable set of tricks ...

A male and female Baltimore oriole feed their young while perched on their hanging nest, which is made of materials like thin twigs, plant cotton and bark strips. Spring is in the air — which means ...

Many bird leave for the winter, migrating south to warmer climes. Those that stay, however, not only avoid the hazards of migration but can also likely maintain a year-round territory. Staying means ...

From scorching deserts to freezing oceans, birds around the world have developed incredible methods for regulating their body temperatures. Mike Bock Imagine it’s hot, and you’re trying to stay cool.

When you step outside into the cold winter air, you may start shivering. Our bodies do this to keep us warm – our muscles tighten and loosen quickly, creating enough energy to give off heat. Humans ...

A few weeks ago when I was out cycling with some friends, we saw a few birds who looked like they were sleeping. Someone asked me what they were doing, and I said they were resting or sleeping but I'd ...

Why Do Birds Migrate North in Spring? Flying north might seem daunting, but birds do it for good reasons. Species that journey to the tropics for winter must compete with year-round tropical residents ...

As spring approaches, the weather is getting warmer and birds will begin migrating north again. With this in mind, it brings up the question: How do birds know how to migrate? Luckily, Dr. Michael P.