Pigeons flock to homes seeking sheltered nesting spots, elevated perches, and easy food sources like leftovers and debris. Open cavities such as chimneys also attract them. Understanding these ...

Pigeons can sense Earth’s magnetic field by detecting tiny electric currents in their inner ears, a team of researchers suggests. Such an inner compass could help to explain how certain animals can ...

Pigeons can become persistent visitors to balconies due to accidental feeding. Simple, natural methods can effectively deter them. Removing hidden food sources, using reflective surfaces, and ...

The pigeon family includes over 300 species worldwide, ranging from familiar city dwellers to rare tropical birds. Notable members include: Pigeons have compact bodies, short legs, and small heads ...

The first time I used my Thermacell repeller, I couldn’t believe the difference it made in keeping the mosquitoes away, and I’ve stuck with it ever since. Like other reviewers have said, refilling the ...

You know the feeling. Sheets of rain hammering down, those silicone wipers working like crazy, and instead of clearing, your windshield turns into a smeared mess. That's where hydrophobic coatings ...

LIMBURG, Belgium — The Chinese businessmen arrived in the Belgian countryside driving luxury sports cars, ferrying translators and bags of cash. When they parked in front of Tom Van Gaver’s small ...

Everyday is Thanksgiving dinner for a growing flock of pigeons near an Upper West Side subway station. For people just passing through, it’s a curiosity. But for those who live in the neighborhood, ...

Mosquito-repelling plants offer minimal protection unless oils are extracted and applied directly. Effective mosquito control involves combining personal protection, habitat management, and ecological ...

The bird has never gotten much credit for being intelligent. But the reinforcement learning powering the world’s most advanced AI systems is far more pigeon than human. In 1943, while the world’s ...

It’s no secret that ants live a complex life, working together to accomplish incredible feats. A new study just revealed another skill: longhorn crazy ants have the capacity to think ahead and ...

Although some people find pigeons cute, they can often cause issues on balconies, window sills and roofs. Why is this? Pigeon droppings contain aggressive substances that can damage surfaces and leave ...