birds
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African Sacred Ibises
The African Sacred Ibis is a bird with a fascinating history, a unique ecology and a mythological origin. This bird,…
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Little Blue Herons
Table of Contents Toggle Distribution of the Little Blue Heron Breeding Behaviour and nesting habits Physical description and plumage transformation…
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Blue Grouse
Table of Contents Toggle Taxonomy of the Blue Grouse Geographical Distribution and Preferred Habitat Identification and Physical Characteristics Seasonal Diet…
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Caracaras
Bird Overview Caracara plancus is a large, striking predator bird native to Central and South America. Its range extends into…
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Black-capped Kingfishers
The Black-capped Kingfisher (Halcyon pileata) is a striking and vibrant bird belonging to the tree kingfisher family, known for its…
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Fish Crows
Bird Overview The Fish Crow (Corvus ossifragus) is similar to the American Crow, but smaller (36-41cm), with silkier plumage and…
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Whistling Ducks
Many waterfowl and birdwatching lovers are fascinated by a group of peculiar ducks that seem to whine instead of quack. The whistling Ducks…
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Pacific-slope Flycatchers
The Pacific Slope Flycatchers ( Empidonax difficilis) has long been a mystery to North American birders. This little flycatcher is a fascinating bird…
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Rufous-necked Sparrowhawks
A solitary hunter, hidden in the lush emerald forests of Indonesia’s Maluku Islands, glides silently through shafts of sunlight. The rufous-necked…
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Honey Buzzards
The Honey Buzzard (Pernis apivorus) is a bird of prey in the family Accipitridae, which also includes many other diurnal…
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