Scientists have known for years that birds like geese and ibises gain an aerodynamic advantage from flying in a "V" formation ...

Birds in V-shaped formations save energy by adjusting wing flapping and timing. A new study reveals birds reduce flapping ...

Birds may seem more independent than cats and dogs, but in reality, they require involved, precise care that many pet parents can't provide. That is to say: birds aren't beginner-friendly pets! Exotic ...

Although it’s commonly suspected that migratory birds fly in a ‘V’ formation due to this saving energy for the birds in the ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. Migratory birds are some of nature’s most efficient ...

Four years ago we told you about the MetaFly, a remote-control flapping-wing flying model insect made by French startup Bionic Bird (which did previously release a model bionic bird). Well, the ...