Birds

Cockatiel singing in September often reflects seasonal shifts in daylight and hormonal cues that influence vocal behavior. As daylight lengthens or stabilizes in early autumn in...

In captivity, a cockatiel typically lives 12–17 years, with many individuals reaching 20+ years when cared for consistently. In the wild, most live 5–10 years due to predati...

Anna’s hummingbird is a medium-sized hummingbird known for its striking coloration, year-round residency in much of its range, and adaptable use of feeders and gardens. This p...

A melanistic bald eagle is a color-phase variant of the North American bald eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus) characterized by excessive dark pigment, resulting in near-uniform b...

House martins (Delichon urbicum) are migratory birds that breed across Europe and parts of Asia and spend the non-breeding season in sub-Saharan Africa. Timing of departure is s...

A picture of a mockingbird in flight shows a medium-sized songbird with a long tail, relatively short wings, and a streamlined body. In flight, the tail often appears rounded or...

Blue Jays are year-round residents across most of Texas, including the Houston region, though their presence can feel stronger in fall, winter, and early spring. In Houston’s...

Blue parrots in Rio commonly refer to turquoise-fronted Amazon parrots, native to the Atlantic Forest and urban areas around Rio de Janeiro. These medium-sized parrots are recog...