Scientists Just Discovered Japan’s First New Bird Species in Over 40 Years

For decades, birdwatchers in Japan thought they were looking at the same little green songbird flitting through mountain forests on two far‑flung island chains. It took high‑tech DNA tests and careful ...

Rare Bird Species Discovered in Japan After Hiding in Plain Sight for Decades

A new species, the Tokara Leaf Warbler, was identified using DNA and song differences, splitting the Ijima’s Leaf Warbler ...
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SEE IT: Newly discovered rare bird species

A new rare bird species has been discovered in Japan, according to researchers.

Researchers Discover New Bird Species in Japan After Analyzing DNA and Songs of Similar-Looking Birds

Researchers from Uppsala University revealed the Tokara Leaf Warbler, a new bird species, on March 17 ...

Urban stormwater ponds support rich bird life

Urban stormwater ponds provide important habitats for birds, including both resident and migrating species, according to ...