Ostriches are the largest bird in the world, and also the fastest (on land anyway). This seems like a contradiction, but it is true. These birds can run up to 69 kilometers per hour (43MPH) even ...

The white-backed vulture (Gyps africanus) is an Old World vulture, as its habitat does not extend into the New World or the western hemisphere. This large bird is native to the open plains and ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. When we think of flightless birds, aggressive is probably ...

Discover the awe-inspiring majesty of nature’s largest aviators in this video showcasing the 9 largest flying birds in the world according to their massive wingspans.

Silent wings, razor-sharp talons, and killer precision—these apex aerial predators rule the skies. Here are the world’s ...