Material mimics structures that make bluebirds blue
A new material replicates the structure responsible for the blue feathers of eastern bluebirds and other songbirds. It could be used in batteries or filtration.
Material mimics structures that make bluebirds blue
A new material replicates the structure responsible for the blue feathers of eastern bluebirds and other songbirds. It could be used in batteries or filtration.
‘Magnificent’ feathers could lead to better water bottles and more
Male sandgrouse feathers can carry about 15% of the bird’s weight in water. The awesome ability could lead to useful bio-inspired creations.
‘Magnificent’ feathers could lead to better water bottles and more
Male sandgrouse feathers can carry about 15% of the bird’s weight in water. The awesome ability could lead to useful bio-inspired creations.
Rare find: Dino fossil includes its last meal
The discovery of a dinosaur fossil included a rare find: evidence of the last meal it ever ate.
Penguin feathers hold clues to anti-icing tech
A new way to deal with ice buildup on airplanes, drones, and wind turbines comes from researchers investigation into penguin feathers.
Female hummingbirds evolved a trick to keep males at bay
Some female hummingbirds have evolved to look like males. A new study shows it’s a way to keep passionate males at bay and spend more time at feeders.
When it comes to color, hummingbirds rule the roost
“We knew that hummingbirds were colorful, but we never imagined that they would rival all the rest of the birds combined,” says ornithologist Richard Prum.