Birds
'Personality determines life or death': Bold ravens near humans die younger - study
A new study reveals how ravens' behavior impacts their survival. Risk-prone birds face higher mortality due to human activities, while cautious ones thrive.
Sunrise, migration, and birdwatching: A new site opens on the Carmel coast
Israel's noise pollution upsets animals as much as people - but can be reduced, study finds
'The Morning the Apples Began to Sing': A story of wonder and imagination - review
The secret to migratory birds' survival: Eating feces
Consuming feces modifies bacteria and microbes in the birds’ digestive tract, allowing them to adapt to new environments.
What do birds do when there are no people?
"These findings highlight the fact that there are animals that depend on us in the city, as well as the flexibility of these animals and the complexity and diversity of the urban ecosystem.”
Eagles in Nahal Og take care of eggs in 'shifts' to prepare for hatching
Nature and Parks Authority inspector Assaf Shlomo Mizrahi has been closely monitoring a pair of bald eagles, an endangered species in Israel.
Bird flu spotted in Israel again as outbreaks intensify globally
Since 2021, Europe and the Americas have been suffering from a nearly continuous outbreak of H5N1 avian influenza.
Small dinosaurs flapped their feathers to scare prey and catch a meal
Most dinos died out about 66 million years ago, but but we’re still learning new things about them on a regular basis.
West Nile virus found to be connected with agriculture and migratory bird routes
West Nile fever is caused by a virus primarily present in birds and transferred to humans through mosquito bites. Those infected typically experience flu-like symptoms.
Captive-bred vultures can improve flight and migration performance
Two types of experiences affect the behavioral skills of animals: their environment during early development and later on.
What is Israel's most common bird species?
The public is invited to participate in the Great Backyard Bird Count to help scientists learn more.
Rare pacific diver bird spotted in Israel for the first time
A pacific diver was spotted in Eilat, marking the first time this rare bird has been seen in Israel.
Scientists warn bird flu likely to spread further in Antarctica
In October, the first ever recorded case of bird flu in the Antarctic region was detected in brown skua birds.
