Bold, bright, and with a bill to match, this is the toucan. Well known in the Western world for its large multicolored bill four times the size of its head and curious eyes, this species of bird has lent its image to many TV shows, films, and advertisements. Playful and intelligent, the toucan can give […]
These colorful birds, whose natural habit is the rainforests and open grasslands of Central and South America, Mexico, and the Caribbean, are now found in many parts of the world where they are kept as domestic pets. Curious birds by nature, they are playful with active personalities to match their size. But this is no […]
Colorful with a noisy personality to match, this is the cockatoo! Now I have owned an African Grey parrot, aptly named Kasuku, which is Swahili for, you guessed it, parrot. Having taken him in as a rescue as an adult, at times, it was very much hit and miss, but over time and with a […]
It’s not uncommon to see the common sparrow in many countries worldwide. This little bird is so familiar that few people even stop to think about it other than a typical sight. But maybe it is time to stop and smell the roses or the coffee, so to speak, because this familiar bird is a […]
If there’s one thing we all agree on, it’s the fact that peacocks are one of the most magical and majestic birds around. Their huge train of distinctive feathers is a sight to see, and one you are unlikely to forget. Their train comes in a wide variety of different colors and patterns. Whether you […]
Like us, our fellows with feathers like to explore the world’s beauty. They typically don’t stick to their nests and rather go out regularly. But things aren’t the same during their whole lifecycle. After being hatched, a baby bird has to dwell in the nest for some time. They don’t hang out until they get […]
In the distant future, perhaps we’ll look back on this moment and ask ourselves, “What on Earth were we thinking?” Then, we’ll sit back with our mouths open, speechless from shock at the footage of chickens slaughtered for human consumption. And it’s not a one-off event either. We eat and consume approximately 9 billion chickens […]
Across time and throughout different cultures, there is one bird family in particular that holds particular symbolism and significance: the Woodpecker bird. While some cultures associate this bird with prosperity and luck, others have imposed symbols of perseverance and determination on this bird. Typically in the past, Woodpeckers were purely seen as birds of omen […]
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 […]
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 […]