Twitchers (i.e. avid bird watchers) will be on the lookout for stunning birds hiding in plain sight. Yet, for those who are just starting to become curious about the gorgeous birds out there ...
The Smithsonian celebrates beautiful birds in our museums, our research centers, our gardens, and in coffee shops. We hold, care for, and share artistic and scientific observations compiled over ...
Just before Christmas, two backyard birders in Michigan were in for the ultimate surprise–a yellow Northern Cardinal. Arlene and John McDaniel spotted the incredibly rare bird in their backyard in ...
These beautiful birds are North America's most common hawks. They are found all over the continent, in Central America, and in the West Indies. The first of these hawks to be scientifically ...
What’s not as well known is that ... [+] there are several species of birds that use it to their advantage. When we think of poisonous creatures, birds aren’t the first thing that come to mind.
With its fiery-red body, quick black wings, and long, curved, salmon-colored bill, the 'i'iwi — or scarlet Hawaiian honeycreeper — is one of the most recognizable birds of Hawaii. But although it was ...
Our penguin aviary suffered damage during last evening's [January 4] snowfall and our beautiful Inca Terns who ... appreciate anyone who may sight these birds calling 07376 424868.