Falco sparverius translates to “falcon of sparrows.” This name was given to the birds because they sometimes prey on small passerine birds. Kestrels are remarkably good at hovering ...

Focus: Using molecular data to understand a large radiation of passerine birds Funding: Marie Curie Fellowship We are using molecular data to understand a large radiation of passerine birds, the core ...

When a bird drapes its nest with snake skin, it isn't just making an interesting home décor choice. For some birds, it keeps ...