The quintessential early bird who catches the worm, robins are common birds around the world known for their orange breasts and cheery songs. They are one of the first birds to start the dawn chorus and one of the last to stop singing at night. Robins are a familiar site in towns and cities, as […]
The crane is a large bird of prey with a long neck, legs, and bill. The bill is hooked at the tip and curved downward. The plumage is usually white with black wingtips. The eyes are yellow or orange. Cranes live in wetland habitats and can be found on every continent except Antarctica. Cranes are […]
Cockatoos are one of the most popular pet birds. They are known for their intelligence, beautiful feathers, and playful and outgoing personality. They are very social animals and enjoy being around people. Cockatoos live for up to 40 years in captivity but are not recommended as pets for first-time bird owners. However, they make great […]
Geese are waterfowl of the Anatidae family. This group comprises the genera Anser (the grey geese), Branta (the black geese), and Chen (the white geese). Several other birds, mostly related to the shelducks, have “goose” as part of their name but are much more distantly related to the true geese. Geese are large birds, most […]
Toucans are one of the most beloved and exotic birds in the world. Their brightly colored beaks and playful nature make them a favorite among bird enthusiasts and casual observers alike. But many people do not know that toucans are in danger of extinction. This means that without our help, these beautiful creatures could soon […]
The world is full of surprises, you will realize this fact when you get to witness a blue egg. Yes, a blue egg. You must be wondering what kind of a special bird must it be that lays blue eggs. It is not just one bird, but several species of birds that are capable of […]
The birds chirping may sound pleasant to you in the wee hours during a beautiful sunrise. In contrast, the chirping sound all night long can be extremely annoying and disturbing, especially if you are a light sleeper. It can be an interesting revelation for a few people, but the birds chirp at night. So we […]
Most birds live in nests. A nest is a special place built by the birds after egg laying to raise their young. The birds gather material to make the nest and then line it with soft material like feathers to keep the eggs warm. Once the eggs hatch, the chicks live in the nest until […]
Birds are beautiful and endearing to look at, as long as they do not make themselves at home on your porches. The beautiful creatures can become a menace once they build their nests in your yard. Birds usually settle in places they like in herds. When settled in herds, these birds make a lot of […]
The term hawk refers to birds of prey in any of three senses: Strictly, to mean any of the species in the genera Accipiter, Micronisus, Melierax, Urotriorchis, and Megatriorchis. The widespread Accipiter genus includes goshawks, sparrowhawks, the sharp-shinned hawk and others. They are mainly woodland birds that hunt by sudden dashes from a concealed perch. […]