Ostriches are large, flightless birds that have long legs and a long neck that protrudes from a round body. The ostrich is the largest and heaviest living bird. Native to Africa, ostriches are found in savanna and desert regions, were they graze among giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and gazelles. Besides in their natural environment, ostriches are … Read more
The herons are long-legged freshwater and coastal birds in the family Ardeidae. There are 64 different species of herons that differ in size, color and type of habitat. Herons can be found on each continent except on Antarctica. Almost all species are associated with water, they are essentially non-swimming waterbirds that feed on the margins … Read more
Kingfishers are a group of small to medium-sized, brightly colored birds in the order Coraciiformes. There are roughly 90 different species of kingfisher in the world. The majority of species are found in Asia, Africa, Australia, and South America; some species in Europe and North America. They live along banks of rivers and lakes, forest … Read more
The toucan is a medium-sized bird native to the rain forests of central and South America and the Caribbean. Toucans are tropical birds of the family Ramphastidae. There are about 40 different species of Toucans. Toucans have a lifespan of up to 20 years in the wild. The oldest captive toucan lived to be 26 … Read more
Pelicans are a genus of large water birds that makes up the family Pelecanidae. With 8 different species of pelicans, they can be found on all continents except for Antarctica. Pelicans live throughout the world in tropic and temperate zones, and always near bodies of water. Average life span in the wild is 10 to … Read more
Swans are birds of the family Anatidae within the genus Cygnus. There are six to seven species of swan called the Black-necked Swan, Black Swan, Mute Swan, Trumpeter Swan, Tundra swan which includes the Bewick’s Swan and Whistling Swan, and the Whooper Swan. In addition there is another species known as the coscoroba swan, although … Read more
Owls are a nocturnal birds of prey with large eyes, a facial disc, a hooked beak, and typically a loud hooting call. Owls belong to a group of birds that includes about 205 species.These species are sorted into two basic groups, the true owls or typical owls, Strigidae; and the barn owls, Tytonidae. Barn owls … Read more
The golden eagle is one of the best-known birds of prey in the Northern Hemisphere. It is the most widely distributed species of eagle. These majestic birds range from Mexico through much of western North America as far north as Alaska; they also appear in the east but are uncommon. Golden eagles are also found … Read more
The vulture is a large, carnivorous bird that is most well known for its scavenging nature. Vultures are pretty flexible when it comes to their habitat, as long as there is food, although you won’t find them in Australia, polar regions, or most small islands. These unusual birds are divided into two groups: New World … Read more