When you think of flying animals, the first things that come to mind are birds. Birds are some of the closest relatives to dinosaurs, and they pretty much own the skies except for insects.

Nearly 3.9 million birds are estimated to have been flying through Oregon on Tuesday night, with about 875,000 fulling crossing the state, according to BirdCast. Many species of birds are ...

They live in southern Africa and can weigh about 42 pounds. They have a 9-foot wingspan. Sarus cranes are the tallest flying birds at almost 6 feet tall. They're found in India, southeast Asia ...

Explore the high-flying world of birds that dare to soar to astonishing heights! Which birds are capable of these remarkable flights? Do they possess unique adaptations and capabilities that allow ...

RELATED: Get a birdwatching boost with bird texts This year, migration is expected to peak in the Lower Peninsula from May 6-9, and in the Upper Peninsula from May 9-12, according to BirdCast.

Kori Bustard: Found in Africa’s savannas, it is among the heaviest flying birds, with a wingspan reaching 9 feet. Albatross: With the largest wingspan of any living bird at 11.5 feet, it soars ...

tall and weighing up to 20 pounds (9 kilograms). They are the largest stork species in the world, with a wingspan of 8.5 feet (2.6 m). You may like Why don't all birds fly? Great potoo ...