The definitive guide to birdwatching around the world | Birdfact
Introducing Bird Attributes. Our unique Bird Attributes system helps you easily understand the capabilities and characteristics of different bird species. Explore agility, strength, adaptability, and more!
A-Z of Birds - Birdfact
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Magpie Bird Facts (Pica pica) | Birdfact
The Magpie is a striking bird with distinctive black and white plumage. Its head, neck, breast, and back are glossy black, contrasting sharply with the white belly and shoulder patches. The long tail and wings display an iridescent blue-green sheen in sunlight. Both sexes look alike, although females are usually slightly smaller than males.
Woodpeckers - Birdfact
Woodpeckers are distinctive birds, easily recognized by their sharp, straight bills, short legs, robust feet, and medium-length tails. Most species have boldly marked heads, and many have colorful crests that they can raise at will. Continue reading to learn more about Woodpecker appearance and anatomy.
Owls - Birdfact
Owls. Occurring on every continent except Antarctica, Owls are a large and unique group of predatory birds from the order Strigiformes. Although rarely seen, these birds occupy every major habitat type and vary greatly in size and appearance. Owls are some of the world’s most loved, feared, and misunderstood birds.
Barn Owl Bird Facts (Tyto alba) | Birdfact
Appearance. The Barn Owl is a medium-sized owl with a distinctive heart-shaped facial disc, long legs, and a rounded head without ear tufts. Its upperparts are golden-brown with fine black and white speckles, while the underparts are typically white or pale buff. Males are generally paler than females, often appearing almost white in flight.
Wings and Flight in Birds: The Mechanics of Avian… | Birdfact
Birds’ wings are modified forelimbs or arms that have evolved for flight. Each wing consists of several bones, which are comparable to the bones of our own shoulder, upper arm, forearm, and hand. Continue reading to learn about the major bones of the bird wing. The humerus is the major bone of the upper wing.
Osprey Bird Facts (Pandion haliaetus) | Birdfact
The Osprey is a striking raptor with a white head, brown upperparts, and predominantly white underparts. Its wings are long and narrow, with a distinctive bend at the 'wrist'. The bird's eyes are golden, and a dark brown stripe runs through each eye to the back of its head. The legs are long and white with large black claws.
Scarlet Macaw Bird Facts (Ara macao) | Birdfact
The Scarlet Macaw is a striking large parrot with vibrant plumage. Its body is primarily bright red, with yellow and blue wing feathers. The upper wings display a band of yellow, followed by blue flight feathers. The tail feathers are blue, and the upper tail coverts are light blue. Both males and females share the same colouration.
Citril Finch Bird Facts (Carduelis citrinella) | Birdfact
The Citril Finch is a small, vibrant finch with a distinctive greenish-yellow plumage. Its body is primarily olive-green, brightened by a yellow rump and breast. The wings and tail feature dark feathers edged with yellow, creating a striking pattern. Males are more brightly coloured than females, with a more intense yellow on the face and ...