Types of finches, all you need to know

Image of a male Bullfinch We are used to seeing many finches, some are more common than others, however did you know about their significance in the history of evolution. To be honest I did not until I started researching for this article. There is much written and hypothesised over the years in regards to…

ByTracey ReedMay 4, 20240Comments

Mixed birds

What is the smallest bird in the world? – Top ten tiniest birds ranked

Female Bee hummingbird - compare it's size to that of the human hand Have you ever wondered what is the smallest bird in the world? or have you been lucky enough to have ever seen any of the smallest birds in the world? Do not worry if you have not, as I have put together…

ByTracey ReedSeptember 8, 20230Comments

Swans

Types of Swans

In our wonderful world, few creatures capture our imagination and evoke a sense of serene beauty quite like the swan. Graceful and majestic are two words which come to mind when describing these magnificent birds. Swans have long held a special place in human culture, from ancient myths to modern fairy tales and ballets. Their…

ByTracey ReedAugust 18, 20230Comments

Mixed birds

Black birds with green heads

The world is full of beautiful coloured birds, and some might think that black birds are boring, but put in a flash of colour and wow. This article will look at some black birds which have green heads, although some might be more green than others. When researching this article I was surprised at the…

ByTracey ReedAugust 5, 20230Comments

Mixed birds

A list of 22 black birds with yellow beaks

The beaks or bills of birds are an important part of identification. The shape, length, and most importantly the colour can help you get closer to identifying the bird you have spotted. This article will look at a list of 22 birds with black plumage and yellow beaks. (all images are of males unless stated) Eurasian…

ByTracey ReedJune 16, 20230Comments

Mixed birds

A list of 20 blue headed birds

The colour blue is thought to be the rarest colour in nature. In this article we will look at a list of 20 blue headed birds and see how beautiful the colour blue is in the bird world. We will look at identification with the aid of pictures. We will find out where in…

ByTracey ReedMay 14, 20230Comments

Mixed birds

20 Birds with Yellow tails

Have you been bird watching and have seen a flash of yellow colour on the birds tail? This article will look at a number of birds with yellow tails. I will use pictures to help with identification. In addition we will see where in the world we are likely to find them and in what…

ByTracey ReedMay 2, 20232Comments

Mixed birds

15 Green and Purple birds

The world has many beautiful coloured birds, from the brightest oranges to the deepest reds. In this article we will be looking at 15 different green and purple coloured birds. We will use images to help with identification along with measurements and information on where you are likely to find them, habitat and diet. A…

ByTracey ReedMarch 13, 20230Comments

Mixed birds

A list of 15 black and orange birds

Seeing a black bird with a flash of orange is wonderful to see, although you may not know what kind of bird it is. This article brings you a list of 15 common black and orange birds. I have added pictures and information on where you are likely to see them, their habitats and diet,…

ByTracey ReedFebruary 13, 20230Comments

Mixed birds

White and red birds

Trying to identify birds you have seen can sometimes be a tricky thing. With this article on a list of 10 white and red birds, I will assist in the identification of birds you may have seen which are mainly white and red. There will be beautiful pictures of common and some not so common…

ByTracey ReedFebruary 12, 20230Comments