A rare bird with unique characteristics: The great potoo (Nyctibius grandis)
A rare bird with unique characteristics: The great potoo (Nyctibius grandis) Geographic RangeGreat potoos are neotropical birds found throughout Central America, ranging from southern Mexico to Bolivia.HabitatGreat potoos are birds that mainly inhabit forests and rainforests, ...
Cool facts about the Western Cattle Egret ( Bubulcus ibis)
Cool facts about the Western Cattle Egret ( Bubulcus ibis)
1. Cattle Egrets are carnivorous and mainly feed on insects such as grasshoppers, crickets, flies, moths, spiders, frogs, and earthworms. The Western Cattle Egret has a ...
Little history of birdwatching in the world
Little history of birdwatching in the world
Victorian era
Bird watching was practiced with the interest of collecting eggs and skins of exotic species. English collectors used their contacts in the colonies of the United Kingdom to ...
Collared forest falcon Bird of the weekCollared forest falcon
Collared forest falconBird of the weekScientific classification.Domain: EukaryotaKingdom: AnimaliaPhylum: ChordataClade: DinosauriaClass: AvesOrder: FalconiformesFamily: FalconidaeGenus: MicrasturSpecies: M. semitorquatusThe collared forest falcon (Micrastur semitorquatus) is a bird of prey that belongs to the Falconidae family. It is ...
Observing the Resplendent Quetzal in Costa Rica
Observing the Resplendent Quetzal in Costa Rica
A Guide
The Resplendent Quetzal, revered as a god, has long been coveted for its beautiful plumage. Considered by experts as one of the most beautiful birds in the world, ...
The most common birds of Carara National Park
The most common birds of Carara National Park
Carara National Park is a must-visit destination in Costa Rica. The park boasts a unique transition forest, making it the only place in the Central Pacific with diverse ...
The Gray-headed Tanager
The Gray-headed Tanager.
Scientifically known as Eucometis penicillata, is a majestic bird that falls under the Animalia Kingdom and has the following taxonomic classification:
Phylum Chordata
Class Birds
Order Passeriformes
Family Thraupidae
Genus Eucometis
This bird species boasts a breathtaking slate gray ...
Plant to attract Hummingbirds
Plant to attract Hummingbirds
Hummingbirds play a vital role in flower pollination, which requires understanding their diet. These birds feed mainly on flower nectar and are significant pollinators. They need to eat every 10 minutes, consuming ...
SLATY-TAILED TROGON
SLATY-TAILED TROGON
KINGDOM: Animalia
PHYLUM: Chordata
CLASS: Birds
ORDER: Trogoniformes
FAMILY: Trogonidae
GENUS: Trogon
SPECIES: Trogon massena
The slaty-tailed trogon (Trogon massena ) is a near passerine bird in the family Trogonidae, the quetzals and trogons. It is found in Mexico, Central America, ...
The Laughing Falcon (Herpetotheres cachinnans)
The Laughing Falcon (Herpetotheres cachinnans)
BODY LENGTH: 45-56 cm (17.7-22 in)
WINGSPAN: Wing Length 247-294 mm (9.7-3.7 in)
WEIGHT: 544-800 g (19-28 oz)
Cool Facts
In some folklore, the Laughing Falcon is said to be able to predict the weather. ...