Tokyo — The "shrine island" of Miyajima is one of Japan's most iconic destinations. A quick ferry ride from downtown Hiroshima, the postcard-perfect locale is much-loved for its giant "floating" ...

The great cormorant has more sensitive hearing under water than in air. This new knowledge may help protect vulnerable bird species. Many aquatic animals like frogs and turtles spend a big part of ...

LIKE THE PIGEON, the cormorant tends to be an underappreciated bird. On first glance, they are not particularly glamorous. Although I was surprised to see a couple of them skimming over the ocean a ...