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The U.S. is employing a controversial method on Guam utilizing 2,000 rats to control the invasive brown tree snake, which threatens local bird populations and infrastructure.

Hawaii is escalating its response to an ecological crisis caused by invasive rats threatening endemic bird populations and the overall health of its fragile ecosystems.

The article presents a quiz that challenges readers to identify bird species that can be seen in Finland during winter.

A property owner and contractor in Ontario have been fined for damaging the habitat of threatened chimney swifts during demolition work.

A new species of Cretaceous bird, Gorgonavis alcyone, has been discovered at the Las Hoyas site in Cuenca, Spain, showcasing a long, toothed beak.

The article discusses the types of birdhouses suitable for various bird species returning to nesting sites in Lithuania.

Hawaii faces an urgent conservation crisis due to invasive rat populations that threaten native bird species.

The U.S. is employing 2,000 rats as bait to control the brown tree snake in Guam, a controversial method to combat the invasive predator responsible for decimating native bird populations.

Sonny the Corella has lived to double the average lifespan of its species, which raises questions about the accuracy of statistical data on bird longevity.

A small endangered bird, the Grazina-de-barriga-branca, was rescued in Balneário Arroio do Silva, Santa Catarina, after being found weak and having difficulty moving.

A new app called Birdex gamifies birdwatching by allowing users to collect digital cards of bird species in the UK, accumulating points for sightings and fostering competition among friends.

Gentoo penguins have become the first birds in Australian territory to test positive for H5N1 bird flu amidst a wider outbreak affecting various species.

There are positive signs for the recovery of Scotland's rare capercaillie bird, with its population increasing by 50% in recent years.

A rare Rainbow Duck was spotted in Chapultepec Forest, generating excitement among visitors and bird enthusiasts.

A recent study highlights the adverse effects of urban noise on bird species over a 35-year period across six continents.

A resident of Ruhnu island discovered a deceased rare bird, likely a Eurasian hobby, which could be only the eighth officially registered sighting of this species in Estonia pending validation.

A rare bird of prey, possibly a long-eared owl, has been spotted in Ruhnu, Estonia, marking only the eighth confirmed sighting of the species in the country.

Residents of Ruhnu island discovered a rare owl, possibly a long-eared owl, near their hay storage.

A super rare red-flanked bluetail, resembling a colorful robin, has been spotted in Kent, UK, much to the excitement of birdwatchers.

A new drone survey in the Cumbrian Pennines brings hope for the endangered dunlin, a rare bird facing habitat threats from farming and grouse shooting.

The Slovak government is endangering the great bustard, a rare and shy bird, by allowing public access to its habitat, despite conservation efforts to protect this endangered species.

The article discusses the annual event where citizens are urged to observe and report on local winter bird populations, raising concerns about the fate of common native species in Germany.

Five bird species have been removed from the hunting list due to declining populations, including the yellow-eyed duck and the tufted duck.

Starting January 2, 2026, certain bird species will be protected from hunting in Poland to help preserve their populations.

Experts warn that New Year's fireworks negatively affect local bird populations, as firecrackers in Wiesbaden have impeded the breeding success of rare species, prompting calls for a fireworks-free zone around designated bird protection areas.

The article discusses how certain bird species, such as the Imperial Eagle and the Robin, have benefited from conservation actions amidst increasing forest areas, although the threat of wildfires looms.