The first full map of an adult fruit fly’s brain shows 50 million connections between neurons. Researchers are using the map ...

Scientists mapped the fruit fly brain’s more than 50 million connections, a step in aiding future human brain research.

By tracing every single connection between nerve cells in a single fruit fly’s brain, scientists have created the “connectome,” a tool that could help reveal how brains work.

Competition with ants for food resources at lower elevations may be pushing these birds higher up the mountains.

Birds serve other purposes besides brightening up your yard. These avian friends are here to help you with gardening chores ...

Among the most sought-after backyard birds, Baltimore orioles, orchard orioles, and Bullock's orioles boast bright orange and ...

The old man of the Mitchell Park Zoo weighs a whopping 300kg and it takes about six full grown men to lift him.

Fruit: Many birds, like finches and starlings, love fruit. Bruised apples, pears, and bananas are perfect; just chop them ...

It is also a good time to begin your bird feeding program for the winter. The goldfinches like thistle seed in addition to ...

Eating fruit is one of the healthiest habits you can develop, as fruits are packed with vitamins, minerals, and fibre. Citrus fruits, such as oranges, lemons, and grapefruits, are highly acidic.

Slugs are some of the most pesky pests British gardens contend with, especially during the colder and wetter months. The ...