The northern cardinal is one of the most common birds seen around North Carolina. In fact, not only is it our state bird, but ...

Winter’s season has pounced upon us, reminding us of who is in charge of the weather. Mother Nature has transformed the landscape into a bright white layer of the new snowflake dominated moisture. It ...

These colors distinguish them as some of the world's most dramatic and attractive birds. Males often sport vibrant feathered ruffs or amazingly elongated feathers, which are known as wires or ...

But did you know that Pantone's color compendiums are rooted in ornithology and natural history? This connection between birds and Pantone's colors shows how the study of the natural world has ...

In 2018 we’ll explore the wonder of birds, and why we can’t live without them. An American flamingo (Phoenicopterus ruber) comes into the world with white plumage; its striking color derives ...

Keats explained that colour plays a crucial role in the lives of birds, comparable to its importance for humans. He detailed how various aspects of a bird’s appearance, including feathers ...