Prof Rheindt said: “Hair-crested drongos are common breeders of drier parts of South-east Asia, such as Thailand and Vietnam. “This bird is likely a Chinese breeder that overshot too far south ...

The UK has been declared an Avian Influenza Prevention Zone (AIPZ) - and bird "gatherings" have been banned in England and Wales in response to rising cases of bird flu. Strains of the virus have ...

The strain had previously been found only in birds and people. Most bird flu infections in dairy cattle in the US have been the B3.13 variant, or what’s become known as the “cattle clade.” ...

With its striking crest and mesmerising courtship dance, this aquatic bird turns lakes into nature's most captivating ballrooms. The Great Crested Grebe is a striking waterbird with a slender neck and ...

From the jungles of Southeast Asia, this charismatic bird lives up to its name with its distinctive white crest and infectious, bubbling calls that sound remarkably like human laughter. The ...

Cool-season grasses, such as crested wheat in the northern Plains, are a top priority for many cattle operations. Cattle producers are grass producers, so appropriate grass management determines the ...

From the beach to the bush, NSW Drive will bring you up to speed on the latest news and information you need to know — all whilst having a great time spending the afternoon with you. Whether you ...

Birds have many features that distinguish them from other animals alive today, but their earliest ancestors looked noticeably different from the familiar creatures we’ve come to recognise. Although ...

Department of Conservation (DOC) rangers say they are "cautiously optimistic" about this Summer's breeding season for New Zealand's rarest bird. Fewer than 40 tara iti, or New Zealand fairy terns, ...

Australia's recent declaration of being bird flu-free has proved short-lived, with the Victorian Agriculture Department announcing an outbreak at a farm in the state's north.