By Brenden Bobby Reader Columnist Birds are fairly odd creatures, but among the odd are the oddest — strange and wacky evolutions that perfectly suit their ecological niche while appearing alien and ...

Most Galliformes like roosters, turkeys, pheasants and peacocks rely on a weapon most other birds don’t have—bony projections called leg spurs which can be used to battle with rivals.

Do you like it?' asked the Peacock. 'It’s stunning,' exclaimed the Crow. 'Amazing! Fantastic! Stupendous! You must be the happiest, most admired bird in the entire world.' 'It’s true,' said ...