Birds of Our Observations
Let yourself be inspired by our fascinating observations from the past years and discover the diverse world of nature. Here, we regularly present a compilation of our latest discoveries and observations.
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Pacific swift (Apus pacificus)
As an acrobatic summer visitor to Japan, the Pacific Swift (*Apus pacificus*) spends nearly its entire life in the air, catching insects with astonishing agility…
Chinese Hwamei (Garrulax canorus)
The Chinese Hwamei (*Garrulax canorus*), also known as the Melodious Laughingthrush, is a shy but vocal bird. Rarely seen, often heard across gardens and bamboo groves in Japan…
Japanese Tit (Parus minor)
The Japanese Tit (*Parus minor*) is a common and charismatic bird across Japan’s forests and gardens. Easy to spot, hard to ignore, and full of character…
Pelagic cormorant (Urile pelagicus)
The Pelagic Cormorant (Urile pelagicus) is a slender coastal seabird found along Japan’s rocky shores. A solitary diver, striking in posture and plumage…
Brown dipper (Cinclus pallasii)
The Brown Dipper (Cinclus pallasii) is a unique aquatic songbird found in Japan’s mountain streams — subtle in color, but remarkable in behavior…
Little egret (Egretta garzetta)
The Little Egret is an elegant wader with white feathers and yellow feet. In Japan, it is widespread, adaptable, and not endangered…
Black-tailed Gull (Larus crassirostris)
The Black-tailed Gull (Larus crassirostris) is a striking coastal bird with a yellow beak and black tail band – common but sensitive in population.
Asia Nuthatch (Eurasian nuthatch)
The Japanese Nuthatch is a blue-gray resident bird that climbs upside down and inhabits Japan's old forests. Everything about its behavior, breeding, and diet…
Common scoter (Melanitta nigra)
The Common Scoter (*Melanitta nigra*) is a black-feathered winter visitor to Japan's coasts. Learn all about its appearance, lifestyle, and distribution…
Oriental greenfinch (Chloris sinica)
The Oriental Greenfinch (Chloris sinica) is an olive-green resident bird with a grey crown, living year-round in Japan's gardens and forests…
Great spotted woodpecker (Dendrocopos major)
The great spotted woodpecker is a true all-rounder: loud, colorful, and skilled with its beak. Here you’ll learn everything about its appearance, behavior, diet, and way of life…
Firecrest (Regulus ignicapilla)
Small, brightly colored, and a true treetop specialist – the Firecrest is hard to miss. Learn all about its appearance, song, and behavior here…
Eurasian pygmy owl (Glaucidium passerinum)
The Eurasian Pygmy Owl is Europe's smallest owl, but don’t let its size fool you—it is a skilled hunter with piercing eyes and remarkable adaptability. This tiny predator thrives in old-growth forests with plenty of deadwood…
Dunlin (Calidris alpina)
Few shorebirds are as commonly seen during migration as the Dunlin (Calidris alpina). Its spectacular flocks fly in perfect synchrony, rapidly changing direction in a mesmerizing…
Barnacle goose (Branta leucopsis)
The Barnacle Goose (Branta leucopsis) is one of the most distinctive geese in Europe. Its black-and-white plumage makes it easy to recognize, and its social nature ensures that large flocks move noisily through their…
Greater whitethroat (Curruca communis)
The Common Whitethroat (Curruca communis) is a characteristic bird of semi-open landscapes, where thorny bushes, hedgerows, and field groves play a key role. One of its most distinctive traits is its display flight, where it flutters up and down with rapid wingbeats and a slightly fanned tail. During the breeding season, it stands out…
Corn Bunting (Emberiza calandra)
The Corn Bunting (Emberiza calandra) is a stocky bunting known for its plain plumage and distinctive song. It thrives in open landscapes with traditional agricultural practices. Its metallic rattling song is often compared to the…
Black-necked grebe (Podiceps nigricollis)
The Black-necked Grebe (Podiceps nigricollis) is a striking waterbird, best recognized by its golden ear tufts during the breeding season. A skilled diver, it prefers shallow waters with dense vegetation. During the breeding season, it…
Redpoll (Acanthis flammea)
The **Common Redpoll (*Acanthis flammea*)** is a small, lively finch that favors birch and coniferous forests. In winter, it often forms large flocks and can be seen in parks and gardens. Its distinctive red forehead patch and….
Common greenshank (Tringa nebularia)
The Common Greenshank is a distinctive and widespread wading bird, easily recognized by its long legs and slightly upturned bill. It is a skilled hunter, searching for prey in shallow waters and gathering in large groups during migration…