Nobody prepared for what woman takes to Starbucks for a pet cup: "good boy"
"This literally made our day," Starbucks' own TikTok account said in the comments section of the post.
Laughter at cat dozing in tree as bird pulls its fur to make nest
One viewer joked: "Of course he's not moving, that's his barber."
German shepherd puppy meets blue Macaw, it's as cute as you can imagine
"Omg the way the fur baby runs away," one user said. Another added: "Why are German shepherds all the same scared of something smaller."
Man calls in welfare check on neighbors after spotting 'bad omen' on roof
Hart Brewer became concerned when he first spotted the uninvited guests - then he noticed something else was not right.
Beloved eagle who fostered injured Eaglets dies after Missouri storms
Murphy, a 33-year-old bald eagle known for fostering injured eaglets, died from head trauma following severe storms in Missouri.
Man captures magical encounter with rarely seen animal on yard camera
The unique meeting between two wildly different species represented a sweet moment and one rarely seen.
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Warning over microplastics in the air we breathe after bird lung discovery
"Birds serve as important indicators of environmental conditions," biologist Shane DuBay explained.
Man expected a package delivery—then found a wild note instead
"It's a bit intimidating but they won't actually bite," Australian man Deano told Newsweek.
Donald Trump Jr. faces investigation in Italy, paper reports
President's son was seen in video with a dead ruddy shelduck which is a protected species under Italian law.
Wyoming confirms first human bird flu case as woman hospitalized
A Wyoming woman was hospitalized with bird flu after contact with infected poultry at her home, marking the state's first human case.
Owner fakes fainting, geese react like it's the end of the world
Social media users were moved by the response in the viral clip, with one claiming it is "proof animals are better than humans."
Earliest bird discovery may settle long-running mystery
"Few birds are as likely to start as many arguments among paleontologists as 'vegavis,'" said professor Christopher Torres.
Bird flu infects cows for second time in under a year
Dairy cows in Nevada have been infected with a new strain of bird flu, marking the second strain detected in herds since March.
Man nurses wild animal back to health, it returns every night to thank him
After nursing an owl back to health, a retired military engineer didn't expect to see him again—then he checked his cameras.
Bird flu outbreak hits suburban Chicago chicken farm, wiping out 3,000 hens
The family-owned farm is the latest victim of the deadly outbreak hitting poultry, dairy herds and people across the nation.
Bird flu: Vaccines may drive virus evolution
"The Chinese poultry lineage may have experienced more vaccine-driven selection compared to other lineages," the researchers wrote.
Awe at nature phenomenon captured on side of the road: "Had to pull over"
Social-media users were stunned by the "mesmerizing" and "hypnotic" scene captured in the viral clip.
Florida might be getting a new state bird
Flamingos, known for their vibrant pink feathers and long legs, have a notable history in Florida and could become its state bird.
Fear of snakes exploited by birds to protect nests
A 'bizarre' material used by some birds to line their nests in tree cavities could actually save their offspring.
How bird flu is affecting US egg shortages
With more than 133 million poultry birds affected by avian influenza across the U.S., some states are experiencing egg shortages.
Flight attendant finds stowaway on plane—"I need to see your boarding pass"
The stewardess had the difficult task of trying to get a stowaway pigeon off a flight before it took off.
Man gets call from neighbor out the blue—not prepared for what he tells him
The man was shocked when his neighbor called him to say a creature had become trapped in his house.
Florida Republican wants to replace mockingbird as official bird
A state representative wants to replace Florida's state bird, despite his last attempt to replace it failing less than one year ago.
Owner turns on TV—Shock as cat does something she's "never done before"
"I'm afraid my cats will knock over my expensive 75-in TV to get the birds..." one user said. Another added: "You cant fool them."
Cats have more "opportunity" to get bird flu: What to know
Felines of all varieties tend to explore and hunt smaller prey, such as birds and mice, which can carry bird flu.
How to protect your pet from bird flu
Pet owners are reminded that prevention is the best strategy for protecting their animal companions from the disease.
Owner's shock as dog manages to befriend murder of crows—"Earn their trust"
The dog and crows have daily morning conversations with each other.
Ancient Amazonian people fed ducks over 1,000 years ago, remains reveal
A study has provided fascinating insights into how ancient humans interacted with Amazonian ecosystems centuries ago.
Symptoms of H5N1 Strain Bird Flu: What We Know
A patient in Louisiana was hospitalized after a recent exposure with the CDC issuing guidance to those most at-risk of infection.
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Snowy owls arriving to Great Lakes early this winter
Snowy owls might be making a rare and fascinating push southward this winter.