In the 1300s, Spanish explorers discovered a small bird living in the islands off the western coasts of Portugal and Morocco, with dull green feathers but a sweet lyrical voice. The bird became ...

For many birds, just like for many people, red is the color of love. And, as with so many things, there is science behind the color. Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St.

Why is Christian Science in our name? Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The First Church of Christ, Scientist, and we’ve always been transparent about that. The church publishes the ...

In the bird world, the color red has special significance. Many species use red signals to attract mates or deter rivals, adding the color to their beaks, feathers, or bare skin. Generally speaking, ...

For most birds, the redder the better. Having that vivid hue in their bills, feathers, and even on their bare skin may help males attract mates and ward off would-be rivals. In a pair of Current ...