This hawk-like raptor is a master of deception, mimicking larger birds to scare off potential predators while specialising in hunting wasps and bees. The European Honey-buzzard is a large raptor with ...

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The world’s largest gull and one formidable seabird, this impressive species lives and breeds along Northern Hemisphere shores on both sides of the Atlantic. The Great Black-backed Gull is the largest ...

Each year, billions of migratory birds switch between spring/summer breeding grounds and overwintering grounds, although their movements vary greatly between species and populations. Their journey may ...

Known as the jewel of the garden, and North America's most common hummingbird, this tiny, vibrant bird, can sip nectar from over 1,000 flowers a day. The Ruby-throated Hummingbird is a tiny, ...

Bird migration has captured our imagination throughout history, although a solid understanding of avian movements has remained elusive until relatively recently. Modern science and technology have ...

The Earth is home to an incredible diversity of bird species, living in practically every habitat, from the open oceans to the arid deserts. In some parts of the world, these animals have adapted and ...

Towering over wetlands worldwide, this elegant wader strikes an imposing figure with its snowy plumage and dagger-like bill. The Great White Egret is a striking, tall, wading bird with pure white ...

One of the world's largest eagles, this imposing raptor is instantly recognisable, with its massive yellow beak and striking white-and-black plumage. The Steller's Sea Eagle is one of the largest ...

This spectacular pheasant, with its kaleidoscope of colors and extravagant plumage, ranks among the world's most visually striking birds. The male Lady Amherst's Pheasant is a striking bird with ...

With its melodious warble echoing through wetlands worldwide, this small songbird is a master of camouflage in dense reeds. The Common Reed-warbler is a small, slender bird with uniform warm brown ...