A critically endangered New Zealand parrot is receiving much needed help. The flightless Kākāpō, though once widespread in the region, has seen devastating population losses. The usual culprits are at ...

Correction: A previous version of this article described the kākāpō as almost blind. It has nocturnal vision. Originally moved Jan. 14, 2021. Subscribe to The Post Most newsletter for the most ...

Birds are some of the most visually stunning creatures on Earth, and many of them feature vibrant colors. While plenty of ...

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — World Parrot Day, celebrated on May 31, highlights the plight of endangered parrot species, with many facing threats from habitat loss and the pet trade. Tom Dock, Director of ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. Parrots are not an uncommon bird species — there are about ...

Conservationists are celebrating the 105th kākāpō chick to hatch during the 2026 breeding season — the highest number ...

Let’s be honest: most of us grew up thinking the peacock was the gold standard when it comes to beautiful birds. But if you ...