The Saffron Finch is a widely distributed and common South American species of tanager commonly found in semi-arid brushlands and urban areas within its native range around the Amazon Basin, as well as other areas of its introduction, such as parts of Hawaii and Panama. They are recognized by their yellow head and orange crowns, yellow-green upperparts, and their lively voices. Their diet mainly c... » Continue Reading
The Kākāpō, also known as the owl parrot, is a large, nocturnal, ground dwelling parrot recognized by its unique facial disk, frontward facing eyes, short legs, stocky body and its blotched green and yellow plumage. They are the only flightless species of parrot, and the heaviest of the species as well. Kākāpōs are endemic to both isla » Continue Reading
It has definitely been a hot minute since I have last posted a blog, but here's something to start off 2025. The Bird of Today, the Black Billed Magpie, also known as the American Magpie. Found in the western half of North America, the Black billed Magpie is a medium sized corvid recognized by its black and white plumage and blueish green iride » Continue Reading
The White Crowned Sparrow is a medium sized passerine bird of the New World sparrow family, found visiting the majority of the North American continent throughout the winter months, and up North for breeding. They are also found in parts of the West year round. They are recognized by their streaked black and white for » Continue Reading
The White Bellbird is a smallish and unique looking bird of the Cotingidae family, found distributed within the moist rain forests of northeast South America, in places such as the Guianas, Venezuela, and around parts of Brazil. Males are easily distinguishable - stark white with a black bill and prominent wattle. Fe » Continue Reading
The Great Frigatebird is a large seabird majorly distributed around the Tropical Pacific Ocean, such as the Galápagos Islands and Hawaiian Islands. Smaller populations may be found in the Indian Ocean and South Atlantic. Frigatebirds are recognized by their sleek black plumage and light builds. Females » Continue Reading
The Great Horned Owl, also referred to as the Tiger or Hoot Owl, is a large species of Owl native to the Americas. Thanks to their incredible adaptability, they are recognized as the most widely distributed true Owl of the Americas and have 15 recognized subspecies. The Great Horned Owl is recognized by its heavy build, broad wings and large head, and a distinct » Continue Reading
The Sandhill Crane is a large species of crane found distributed across North America and extreme Northeastern Siberia. They are easily recognized by their grey, ochre, and worn-looking plumage, and the prominent red patch on their foreheads. Sandhill Cranes are a migratory bird, forming flocks over 10,000 and flying more than 200 mil » Continue Reading
The Pied Currawong is one of three Currawong Species native to the wet and dry forests, rural areas, and semi-urban environments of Eastern Australia and Lord Howe Island. They are robust, crow-like passerine birds that are recognized by their sleek black and white plumage, yellow irises and gape, and prominent bills. Pied Currawongs dwell and hunt mostly within the trees, though they may hunt bot... » Continue Reading
Bird of today, the Jambu Fruit Dove. Another member of the Columbidae family, commonly distributed in southern Thailand and along the Malay Peninsula, Malaysia, Brunei, and Indonesian islands such as Java, Kalimantan and Sumatra. The Temoq people of Pahang believe that the female Jambu Fruit dove is a form of their creator and ancestor Maq Sidi. It is placed in the » Continue Reading