People have been keeping birds as pets and companions for thousands of years. The ancient Egyptians, Greeks, Romans, and many other older civilizations kept birds as pets. It seems only natural for ...

Strolling through St. Paul’s Phalen Park last fall with some birdwatching friends, I heard an unusual bird call, repeated several times. Following the sounds to an oak tree, we were startled to see ...

From pet parrots perched on the arms of scooter riders in central Taipei, to wild red-breasted nuthatches hopping across douglas fir branches above hikers armed with binoculars in Oregon, birds are ...

CHICAGO (CBS) -- After the first human bird flu death in the U.S. was reported Monday, and also reports of pet deaths, Chicago local experts addressed concerns about the virus. H5N1 has been linked to ...

Rochelle Steven is affiliated with BirdLife Australia. David Newsome does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, ...

Owning a pet brings joy and responsibility. This guide details care for dogs, cats, birds, fish, and small animals.