In presenting the distinct ecological identity of Australia, Peter Sharp and Michelle Cawthorn are landscape artists who don’t show you the landscape. John Yau May 18, 2025 ...

A military campaign meant to rid Western Australia of crop-destroying emus ended in failure. But the surreal showdown highlighted the birds’ critical role in the country’s ecosystem and ...

On a remote, crescent-shaped island surrounded by crystal clear ocean, live some of the most plastic-contaminated birds in the world. Scientist say the crisis is getting worse.

She’s too busy counting. Her latest trip was to Australia, where she spotted 351 species, including 320 birds that she’d never seen before. “For bird-watchers, that’s the goal,” she said.

First, these parrots learned to open trash cans to forage for food. Now, they’ve taken it a step further – and have figured out how to turn on water fountains for a sip along with their meal.

Elizabeth Gould’s crimson rosellas (Platycercus elegans), Volume 5, Plate 22, from John Gould’s “The Birds of Australia” (1840-48). via The Trustees of the Natural History Museum, London ...