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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White-naped crane (Antigone vipio)
The White-naped Crane (Antigone vipio) winters in southern Japan. A graceful migratory bird with a white neck stripe, it is globally threatened but strictly protected in Japan…
White-cheeked Starling (Spodiopsar cineraceus)
The White-cheeked Starling (Spodiopsar cineraceus) is a common urban bird in Japan. Recognizable by its pale cheeks and loud call, it thrives in both cities and countryside…
Eurasian wigeon (Mareca penelope)
The Eurasian Wigeon (*Mareca penelope*) is one of Japan’s most common winter ducks. Known for its soft plumage and high-pitched call, it brings life to Japan’s waterscapes each winter…
Willow tit (Poecile montanus)
The Willow Tit (Poecile montanus) is a quiet but skilled forest dweller. Known for carving its own nesting cavities, it thrives in damp, old-growth woodlands across Japan…
White-bellied green pigeon (Treron sieboldii)
The white-bellied green pigeon (Treron sieboldii), scientifically known as Treron sieboldii, belongs to the pigeon family. The Japanese name "Aobato" is derived from the green coloring of the body and the sound of its call during the breeding season, which sounds like "Ao-Ao." It was previously also referred to as "Yamabato" (Mountain Pigeon). This species of pigeon possesses a number of fascinating
Whooper swan (Cygnus cygnus)
The Whooper swan (Cygnus cygnus) is a large waterbird species, with a wingspan of up to 2 meters and can weigh up to 12 kilograms. They have a long, slim neck and a graceful figure accentuated by their white plumage. Their bill and legs are black, and the base of the bill is yellow. They mainly breed in the Eastern European and Siberian taiga, but can also be observed in Central Europe
Warbling white-eye (Zosterops japonicus)
The Japanese White-eye (Zosterops japonicus) is a small, round bird that grows to be about 10 to 11 centimeters in size and weighs between 7 and 11 grams. It has a green or gray-green back and a white underside. The breast is pale gray, and the tail is short and slightly forked. The bird has a distinctive white eye-ring around its eye,
White-tailed Eagle (Haliaeetus albicilla)
The white-tailed eagle is a large bird of prey and belongs to the family of hawks. It is known for its impressive size and strength, as well as its majestic appearance. It has a wingspan of up to 2.4 meters and can reach a body length of up to 1 meter. Its plumage is usually brown, white, and black. The young birds are often darker and only get