There are many ways to identify birds. The most common method is by their physical appearance, including their size, shape, color, and pattern. Another way to identify birds is by their calls and songs. Each species has its own unique vocalizations that can be used to tell them apart. Finally, birds can also be identified by their habitat and behavior. By paying attention to where and how a bird is living, you can often get a good idea of what kind of bird it is.
Australia is home to an astounding diversity of birdlife, with 45% of these found nowhere else. With the diversity of species, comes an amazing diversity of size, shape, and plumage color. If you’re curious to find out more about the birds that are visiting your backyard, I’ve compiled a list of some of the birds … Read more
Whether you’re looking to diversify your backyard with plants to attract certain birds, or you’re simply curious to identify the birds that are already visiting your garden, my aim is to help you identify the most common backyard birds in Canada. And if you’re willing to meet their dietary needs, especially during the winter season, … Read more
Gray is a common color among birds, which can make it difficult for you to distinguish between some of them. This especially when the similarities go well beyond the color of the plumage. Even with all these little gray birds looking similar at first, a closer look can reveal the particularities of each. If you’re … Read more
Whether you see them tugging earthworms out of the ground or spot them caroling away on treetops, there are several small birds with black heads and orange breasts that you might not be able to identify or tell apart. These birds can show similarities not only in the color of their plumage but also in … Read more
The pigments responsible for coloring the plumage of some red birds are said to be the result of a genetic mutation. The scarlet plumage is an important asset for these birds – it can help them defend their territories and in mating. Vermilion Flycatcher An avid hawker of flying insects, the Vermilion Flycatcher is a … Read more
They’re small, they’re yellow, and they’re chattering and chirping away in your backyard. If you’re interested to find out which yellow birds are visiting your garden, in this article, I’m going to discuss 7 small yellow birds that you might spot in your backyard. Prairie Warbler A small (only 4.3 inches in length) and slender … Read more
Have you noticed several orange birds visiting your backyard and you’re curious to identify them? In this guide, I will discuss 7 common orange birds you may notice in your backyard. There are several bird species worldwide whose plumage is orange, but this article will only cover orange backyard birds that can be found in … Read more
Scarlet feathers on some black birds makes them instantly recognizable. Who doesn’t know the Red-headed Woodpecker, for example? The red plumage on several species of birds has long been the subject of study for ornithologists. It turns out that the scarlet feathers are produced by a genetic mutation. Molecules called carotenoids are responsible for producing … Read more
Because of the contrast between the dark plumage and the yellow-colored feathers covering the head, these black birds are easy to spot. In some of these birds, the yellow feathers cover only part of the head, while in other birds the entire head and breast is covered in yellow, creating a hooded effect. Here are … Read more
Several black birds have yellow beaks, making it easy to spot them, despite their often-elusive nature. But several black birds with yellow beaks look very similar, so how can you tell them apart? I’ll discuss 5 common black birds that sport a yellow beak, and help you identify and distinguish them from one another when … Read more