What Does the Phrase ‘Talk Turkey’ Mean—And Where Did it Come From?
Before you talk turkey this Thanksgiving, find out what we know about the phrase’s meaning and origins.
2023-11-21 22:18
Why Is My Turkey Wearing Frilly Paper Hats On Its Legs?
Those frilly paper caps on your turkey's legs have been called “turkey frills,” “turkey booties,” and even “turkey panties.” Here’s where they came from.
2023-11-18 01:51
10 Facts About Ivory-Billed Woodpeckers, North America’s Most Famous (Probably) Extinct Bird
Here’s your introduction to this legendary, (maybe?) extinct avian—and a look-alike species that might be the source of all the rumors.
2023-11-01 00:21
What’s the Purpose of a Turkey’s Wattle?
The loose flesh that hangs from a turkey’s neck isn’t the most attractive part of the bird—to humans, at least.
2023-10-28 04:57
9 Animals That Have Invaded Florida
Pythons, peacocks, and monkeys have all made the Sunshine State their home.
2023-09-22 02:29
'You don't have to go anywhere!' Noel Gallagher is up for Las Vegas residency when he's older
Former Oasis rocker Noel Gallagher is up for taking up residency in Sin City and he loves the idea of living "in the hotel that you play at".
2023-09-13 17:21
10 Surprising Facts About Animal Sex
From turtle mating to what really turns big cats on, animal sex can be a lot weirder (and funnier) than you probably expected.
2023-09-12 21:46
The Curious Extinction of the Carolina Parakeet: An Avian Cold Case
The North American parrots vanished mysteriously in the early 20th century. Now scientists are closer to solving their disappearance.
2023-09-12 01:29
Time-Lapse Video Reveals Patterns in Penguin Huddle
What looks like a static clump of birds is actually a constantly moving and highly organized system.
2023-09-06 18:19
Why You Shouldn’t Put Out Fake Spider Webs This Halloween
Though fall is the time for spooky décor, those fake spider webs can turn into a truly scary situation for birds, bees, and other wildlife.
2023-08-30 22:17
9 Bizarre and Beautiful Fancy Pigeons
For at least 500 years—and maybe more—pigeon fanciers have bred wonderfully bizarre-looking pigeons.
2023-08-04 01:23
Noel Gallagher explains while he'll never be a Bono or Chris Martin
Noel Gallagher has no interest in being a performer like Bono and Chris Martin.
2023-08-03 15:17