A staple of the American West, this large bird is hard to miss with its black head and back, white breast, long tail, and iridescent feathers. Magpies, members of the corvid family, along with crows,…

In the vast landscapes of the high mountain forests of North America there exists a remarkable species of bird known for its unique and obsessive relationship with seeds: the Clark’s Nutcracker. This extraordinary bird, scientifically…

The plum-throated cotinga, also known as the tig, is a bird that bird watchers love to observe in the rainforests of Central and South America, stretching from Nicaragua to Bolivia. This little…

Discover the fascinating world of the lilac-breasted bird, a unique and rare species that stands out for its impressive plumage. Join us on an exciting journey into the unknown as we observe the natural shelter of this wonderful…

With its huge flocks, harrowing dangers and mind-boggling distances, it’s no surprise that bird migration is spectacular. In fact, it’s so spectacular that the seasonal mass movement of birds often overshadows the adaptability…

The black-and-white warbler is the only species in the genus Mniotilta, part of the family Parulidae. It ranks first on our list because it is one of the best examples of a black and white bird. Although it can remain in any…

A huge species of blue tit (measuring around 15cm), the crested tit. Males have a black crest, milky flanks, olive-yellow upper body, wide white stripes on the wings,…

“Both are exceptionally beautiful and eye-catching in the US.” Icterus pustulatus, often known as the striped oriole, is a medium-sized passerine bird belonging to the icterid family. The length of the oriole…

Although it might be the smallest bird in the UK, with its fiery crest, it is also widely known as the ‘King of Birds’. Meet the Goldcrest Photo courtesy of Andrey Gulivanov / CC BY 2.0 The wren (Regulus regulus) is a very small passerine bird in the …