Long before humans walked the Earth, the skies of South America were ruled by a colossal bird. Argentavis magnificens, one of ...

Madagascar is home to some of the world’s most unique flora and fauna. And, up until about a thousand years ago, it was home to the world’s largest known bird species. Meet Madagascar’s legendary ...

From towering flightless birds to massive species capable of flight, the largest birds on Earth are truly remarkable animals. Their size, strength, and adaptations set them apart from all others.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. The ostrich is the tallest bird that inhabits the planet ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. From towering flightless birds to massive species capable of flight, the largest birds on Earth are truly remarkable animals.

Birds of prey, also known as raptors, consist of hawks, eagles, owls, vultures, condors, and falcons, which can be found in every corner of the world with the exception of Antarctica. There are over ...