This small black-and-white striped woodpecker taps out a distinctive drumming pattern across California's oak woodlands. Nuttall's Woodpecker is a small, striking bird with a black and white barred ...

A graceful river-dweller with striking black and white plumage, this rare tern swoops and dives over the waterways of South Asia, where local fishermen often consider it a good luck charm. The ...

Known for its distinctive chocolate-brown hood during breeding season, this coastal character transforms beaches and lakes into lively gathering spots. The Black-headed Gull exhibits a striking ...

Despite being one of North America’s tiniest owls, this compact, stocky owl has a reputation as being one of the most bloodthirsty, fearlessly hunting and carrying off prey up to three times its own ...

This iridescent troublemaker has a knack for mimicry and a taste for farmland snacks, making it both admired and controversial across its widespread range. The Common Starling is a small, stocky bird ...

This striking songbird with its rich blue plumage can be found perched on top of rocky outcrops from Europe to Asia, living up to its name as a true rock-dweller. The Blue Rock-thrush is a small ...

A fierce hunter with a striking rusty-red tail, this widespread raptor is a commanding presence as it soars over diverse landscapes across North America. The Red-tailed Hawk is a robust raptor with ...

This stunning red and black goose migrates vast distances from Arctic Russia to wintering grounds in Eastern Europe, where flocks of up to 50,000 birds create spectacular displays against winter skies ...

A powerful fish-hunter with a wingspan rivalling small aircraft, this majestic raptor patrols coastlines and lakes across the Northern Hemisphere. The White-tailed Eagle is a massive raptor with a ...

A massive African waterfowl that can weigh up to 7 kg, distinguished by sharp wing spurs used for defence and territorial displays. The Spur-winged Goose is a large, striking waterfowl with ...

A master of impalement, this fierce songbird skewers its prey on thorns and barbed wire across Europe and Asia. The Red-backed Shrike is a striking small bird with a distinctive appearance. Males have ...

Poised to strike, this large heron stalks along American waterways in search of fish and other small animals. These widespread waterbirds are among the tallest of North America’s birds. The Great Blue ...