Now, new research has finally confirmed the purpose behind the odd décor: The scaly leavings serve as predator repellent for cavity-nesting birds, scaring their enemies away and ensuring more of the ...

The nesting season varies — as early as March in the southern U.S., July in northern and mountainous regions, and as late as November in the western U.S. Mama birds can spend up to seven days building ...

They meticulously search for materials to make a soft and pliable nest, which grows with the chicks. You can pitch in by setting out nesting supplies, as long as you understand what is safe for ...

“It’s not really breeding season right now,” she said. “We expect them to start bringing new branches and new nesting material into the nest over the next several months, when their courtship behavior ...

It came up a few minutes later with large sticks, seemingly using some of the original nest material,” Fleming said. The removal of the tree and nest has angered Auburn families who have ...

Google has previously signaled its intention to bring its Gemini AI features to the Google Home app and its Nest smart home devices. Now we're seeing what that looks like. Three key Gemini ...

Applied Materials beat estimates, but revenue guidance disappointed. Headwinds in China are pressuring the business. The long-term outlook still seems positive. Applied Materials, which makes a ...