Cichlids are a striking type of freshwater fish with over 500 species. They're usually found in warmer regions and in various bodies of water, including ponds, rivers, lakes, and streams. Most species ...

African gray parrots will help other members of their species in need, the first time such charitable behavior has been documented among birds. “Parrots had not been tested yet,” says Brucks. “So it ...

This 20-inch long shallow water parrotfish helps make our beautiful beaches here in Hawai‘i. They have bright white, round teeth that are all fused together in a beak that is so strong the fish can ...

Parrot grind up coral during feeding and, after digesting the edible content, excrete the rest as sand, which can then be used in island building. Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible ...