Backyard Birds
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Hummingbirds: Common and International Names, and Origin of Their Names
Hummingbirds are among the most enchanting and fascinating birds in the natural world, known widely for their dazzling iridescent plumage…
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Sandy Scops Owl (Otus icterorhynchus)
The Sandy Scops Owl (Otus icterorhynchus), also known as the Cinnamon Scops Owl, is a small and elusive owl species…
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American Tree Sparrow
The American Tree Sparrow (Spizella arborea) is a charming medium-sized bird native to the northern regions of North America. Renowned…
Read More » Flame-breasted Fruit Doves
The Flame-breasted Fruit Dove (Ptilinopus marchei) is one of the most striking and vibrant members of the fruit dove family,…
Read More »Little Crows
The Little Crow (Corvus bennetti) is a distinctive member of the Australian crow family, known for its relatively small size…
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Baird’s Sparrows
The Baird’s Sparrows, Ammodramus bairdii, is a small sparrow. This bird was named after Spencer Fullerton Baird, an…
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Variable Sunbirds
The Variable Sunbird, Cinnyris venustus (formerly Nectarinia venusta), is a vibrant and widely distributed bird species inhabiting the equatorial regions…
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Bar-shouldered Doves
The Bar-shouldered Dove (Geopelia humeralis) is a distinctive and charming bird native primarily to Australia. Known for its delicate appearance…
Read More » Torotoroka Scops Owl (Otus madagascariensis)
The Torotoroka Scops Owl (Otus madagascariensis) is a captivating small owl species endemic to Madagascar, an island known for its…
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Eastern Screech Owls: Range of Subspecies
The Eastern Screech Owl (Megascops asio) is a small, versatile owl species widely distributed across eastern North America. Known for…
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