The tail feathers are used for steering. Birds have a unique digestive system that allows them to eat when they can—usually on the fly—and digest later. They use their beaks to grab and ...

Locally known as Doodhraj, the Indian Paradise flycatcher is the avian state symbol of Madhya Pradesh. The bird is a majestic ...

Polytypic (12 ssp.; nominate in North America.). Length 12.5". A medium-size compact pigeon with long wings and a short tail. Birds most closely resembling their wild ancestors are gray with head ...