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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Carrion crow (Corvus corone)
The Carrion Crow (*Corvus corone*) is an intelligent and adaptable urban dweller. From rooftops to rice fields, this black-feathered bird thrives alongside humans across Japan…
Chinese bamboo partridge (Bambusicola thoracicus)
The Chinese Bamboo Partridge (Bambusicola thoracicus) lives hidden yet vocal – discover everything about its appearance, behavior, habitat, and conservation status…
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…
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…
Chaffinch (Fringilla coelebs)
The Common Chaffinch is one of the most widespread songbirds in Europe, recognized for its distinctive song and the striking plumage of the males. It is commonly found in forests, parks, and gardens, making it an easy bird to observe…
Great cormorant (Phalacrocorax carbo)
The cormorant, a cosmopolitan fish hunter, amazes with its diving skills and iconic wing-drying pose. Discover more about its appearance, lifestyle, and unique adaptations!
Chiffchaff (Phylloscopus collybita)
The chiffchaff, a lively European songbird, is known for its distinctive call and dark legs. Learn all about its appearance, habitat, and behavior…
Eurasian Collared Dove (Streptopelia decaocto)
The Eurasian Collared Dove, with its beige plumage and black neck ring, is a familiar visitor to cities and gardens. Learn about its habitat, diet, and breeding habits…
Common Crane (Grus grus)
The Common Crane is an impressive bird found across many parts of Europe. It lives in wetlands such as moors, marshes, and wet meadows. Known for its elegant appearance, spectacular courtship dance, and loud, trumpet-like calls, the crane is...
Eurasian curlew (Numenius arquata)
The Eurasian Curlew is the largest wading bird in Europe, known for its slim and elegant appearance and its long, curved beak. It blends perfectly into wet meadows and moorlands, making it a master of camouflage. Not only is it fascinating to look at, but its melancholic, flute-like calls are also...
European crested tit (Lophophanes cristatus)
The Crested Tit is easily recognized by its distinctive feather crest that looks like a small crown. This striking tit species is mainly found in coniferous forests, where it skillfully climbs through branches in search of food. Its preference for...
Canada goose (Branta canadensis)
The Canada goose (Branta canadensis) belongs to the family of waterfowl (Anatidae) and is the most widespread goose worldwide. Its original habitat is in North America, where it is a characteristic bird of lowlands and breeds at inland lakes in prairie and agricultural areas. Its migration in characteristic V-formation to wintering grounds and back to breeding sites in the spring symbolizes in
Cuckoo (Cuculus canorus)
The cuckoo (Cuculus canorus) is a member of the Cuculiformes and includes birds such as the roadrunners, anis, and coucals. This species is a widespread summer migrant to Europe and Asia, and it winters in Africa. The cuckoo is a brood parasite, which means it lays its eggs in the nests of other bird species, specifically targeting hosts like the dunnock, meadow pipit, and others.
Eurasian coot (Fulica atra)
The Eurasian coot belongs to the rail family (Rallidae) and has dark plumage. Its head and neck are dark gray to black, and the body appears dark brown to black. The bill is white, and the eyes are red. It prefers to live in still or slow-flowing bodies of water such as lakes, ponds, or riverbanks and feeds on aquatic plants, insects, mollusks, crustaceans, and small fish.
Chinese spot-billed duck (Anas zonorhyncha)
The Chinese Spot-Billed Duck, also known as Eastern Spot-Billed Duck or Spot-Billed Duck (Anas zonorhyncha), is a bird species from the family of ducks. It is native to large parts of East Asia, from southern Siberia and Mongolia to China, Korea, and Japan. It has a robust, medium-sized body and reaches