Talks also underway on gas supply route to China via Altai Mountains.

Officials in Nepal and India are alleging birds migrating from Siberia are responsible for cases of bird flu in domestic fowl.

Putin prepares to head to New Delhi to approve deal as Moscow looks to expand trade links with Asia.

Major campaign saves tens of thousands of birds from 'decimation' as they migrate to Africa.

Thousands brighten their lives at Novosibirsk's first Festival of Colours.

In case of any doubts, we mean the twitching variety, which are now back to Siberia, resting before their next extraordinary journey. 

Altai route for gas to China could take priority, reported Reuters.

The Siberian producer - owned mainly by the Russian state and the Sakha government - hopes to shine on the international market.