Birds

Birds are warm-blooded, winged vertebrates that - apart from a few exceptions - can fly. They lay eggs, build nests, and are beautiful and fascinating creatures. You can learn all about their main characteristics in this section.

Pink and Grey Cockatoo: Habitat and Characteristics

BirdsPink and Grey Cockatoo: Habitat and Characteristics

Did you know that there is a pink and grey cockatoo? Nature constantly amazes us with its color palette and…

The Little Bittern: Habitat and Characteristics

BirdsThe Little Bittern: Habitat and Characteristics

Near the bodies of water of the Old World, and submerged among the marshy vegetation, you can find a tiny…

The Barn Owl: Habitat and Characteristics

BirdsThe Barn Owl: Habitat and Characteristics

The barn owl (Tyto alba), also known as the common owl, is a bird of the order Strigiformes, belonging to…

Major Mitchell's Cockatoo: Habitat and Characteristics

BirdsMajor Mitchell's Cockatoo: Habitat and Characteristics

Probably the last thing you expect to find in the Australian semi-arid regions is a spectacular bird like Major Mitchell's…

How to Feed a Swallow

BirdsHow to Feed a Swallow

Swallows are beautiful open-country birds, with an admirable ability to create their homes in human-made structures. In the same way, they build their nests with little clay balls that they…

White-Tailed Eagle: Habitat and Characteristics

BirdsWhite-Tailed Eagle: Habitat and Characteristics

Eagles are huge raptors that are found throughout the world, and are usually associated with aquatic environments. Although not as…

5 Differences Between Ducks and Geese

Birds5 Differences Between Ducks and Geese

Historically, ducks and geese have been used for hunting by man. Although both are birds that, at first glance, seem…

Find Out How Birds Fly!

BirdsFind Out How Birds Fly!

To soar through the skies has been a human dream almost since the dawn of time. Wondering how birds fly has led to great inventions, which now make our lives…

The Curious Case of the Albino Peacock

BirdsThe Curious Case of the Albino Peacock

When we see an animal that's completely white from head to toe, the question arises as to whether it has…

Blue Macaw: Habitat and Characteristics

BirdsBlue Macaw: Habitat and Characteristics

Many brightly colored birds, such as the blue macaw, can be found in South America. This beautiful bird inhabits a…

The Stork, a Very Maternal Bird

BirdsThe Stork, a Very Maternal Bird

We often talk about the stork when explaining birth to young children. However, we don’t know much about this species…

Can Ducks Fly?

BirdsCan Ducks Fly?

If you've ever come across any ducks, it's very likely that you've seen them swimming in lakes or walking on the banks of ponds. However, these animals are rarely seen…

Argentavis Magnificens: The Largest Bird in the World

BirdsArgentavis Magnificens: The Largest Bird in the World

When mentioning the largest birds in the world, storks, condors and albatrosses come to mind. However, this is only true…

How to Scare Away Birds

BirdsHow to Scare Away Birds

Although their presence is always a joy to the eyes and ears, birds can pose a danger to people - or to themselves - when it comes to areas inhabited…

Common Loon: Characteristics, Habitat and Reproduction

BirdsCommon Loon: Characteristics, Habitat and Reproduction

The common or great loon (Gavia immer ) is a species belonging to the Gaviidae family, typical of North America…

AMUS, a Spanish Rescue Center that's in Danger

BirdsAMUS, a Spanish Rescue Center that's in Danger

In Spain, there are several rescue centers, both public and private, that rescue wildlife. But few are as well known…

Discover 5 Different Types of Owls

BirdsDiscover 5 Different Types of Owls

These birds of prey are known for their large eyes, heavily feathered heads, and nocturnal habits. In the following article,…

Lesser Kestrel, the Smallest of the Falcons

BirdsLesser Kestrel, the Smallest of the Falcons

The lesser kestrel is a beautiful insectivorous bird that was once easy to find in the European countryside. It's often…

5 Species of Geese

Birds5 Species of Geese

With about 50 different subspecies all over the world, all with monogamous habits and winter migrations, this family is quite large. Although domestication of geese has happened for centuries, we…

How to Keep Birds from Pecking in Your Garden

BirdsHow to Keep Birds from Pecking in Your Garden

Are you trying to keep birds from pecking in your garden? Well, their role in the balance of the ecosystems…

The Five Most Colorful Birds Out There

BirdsThe Five Most Colorful Birds Out There

No one can deny this is one of the most colorful families of birds in the world. It's quite a…