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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Common pochard (Aythya ferina)
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Common pochard (Aythya ferina)

The common pochard (*Aythya ferina*) is a distinctive diving duck with a striking head profile. Learn more about its appearance, behavior, and habitat…

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Goldfinch (Carduelis carduelis)
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Goldfinch (Carduelis carduelis)

The European Goldfinch, one of Europe’s most vibrant songbirds, dazzles with its yellow wing stripe and melodic song. Learn more about its lifestyle and diet…

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Common starling (Sturnus vulgaris)
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Common starling (Sturnus vulgaris)

The common starling (*Sturnus vulgaris*) captivates with its iridescent plumage and its talent for mimicking bird calls and even human-made sounds…

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Black Woodpecker (Dryocopus martius)
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Black Woodpecker (Dryocopus martius)

The black woodpecker, Europe's largest woodpecker, stands out with its black plumage and red crown. Discover its habitat, behavior, and ecological importance…

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Black Kite (Milvus migrans)
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Black Kite (Milvus migrans)

The black kite, a global master of gliding flight, amazes with its elegance and adaptability. Learn more about its diet, nesting habits, and unique appearance!

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Gadwall (Mareca strepera)
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Gadwall (Mareca strepera)

The gadwall, a quiet inhabitant of shallow waters, stands out with its mottled plumage and white wing patch. Learn about its diet, courtship, and hidden nesting habits…

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Great cormorant (Phalacrocorax carbo)
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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! 

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Red-crested pochard (Netta rufina)
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Red-crested pochard (Netta rufina)

The red-crested pochard, an elegant diving duck with a striking reddish head and bill, thrives in nutrient-rich lakes. Learn about its lifestyle, diet, and courtship…

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Goosander (Mergus merganser)
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Goosander (Mergus merganser)

The goosander, an elegant waterbird with a striking bill, is a skilled fish hunter. Learn more about its remarkable appearance, behavior, and habitat…

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Pheasant (Phasianus colchicus)
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Pheasant (Phasianus colchicus)

Discover the pheasant, a stunning symbol of farmland landscapes. With its iridescent plumage and adaptability, it is a true eye-catcher in nature…

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Common kestrel (Falco tinnunculus)
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Common kestrel (Falco tinnunculus)

The kestrel, a graceful bird of prey in Europe, is famous for its hovering flight. Discover everything about its hunting technique, appearance, and habitats…

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Sand Martin (Riparia riparia)
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Sand Martin (Riparia riparia)

The Sand Martin, small and agile, breeds in colonies along sandy banks. Learn all about its behavior, appearance, and migration to Africa…

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Chiffchaff (Phylloscopus collybita)
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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…

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Eurasian Wryneck (Jynx torquilla)
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Eurasian Wryneck (Jynx torquilla)

The Eurasian Wryneck, a unique woodpecker with bark-colored plumage, winters in Africa and specializes in hunting ants. Learn more about its behavior and habitat…

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Goldcrest (Regulus regulus)
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Goldcrest (Regulus regulus)

The goldcrest, Europe's tiniest bird, captivates with its yellow crown stripe and lively behavior. Discover more about its lifestyle and unique traits.…

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Meadow Pipit (Anthus pratensis)
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Meadow Pipit (Anthus pratensis)

Discover the meadow pipit, a charming breeding bird of Europe. Learn about its appearance, habitat, diet, and behavior – a true grassland dweller…

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White Stork (Ciconia ciconia)
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White Stork (Ciconia ciconia)

Discover the world of the white stork: from its shimmering plumage to its long migrations to Africa – this bird captivates with its elegance and unique lifestyle…

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Water Rail (Rallus aquaticus)
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Water Rail (Rallus aquaticus)

The Water Rail thrives in wetlands, with its distinctive red bill and bluish-gray breast plumage. Learn about its habitat, diet, and secretive lifestyle…

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Peregrine Falcon (Falco peregrinus)
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Peregrine Falcon (Falco peregrinus)

The Peregrine Falcon, the world’s fastest bird, boasts slate-gray feathers and breathtaking hunting dives. Learn about its habitat, diet, and unique flight skills…

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Long-eared Owl (Asio otus)
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Long-eared Owl (Asio otus)

The Long-eared Owl impresses with its feather tufts, fiery orange eyes, and bark-like plumage. Learn about its habitat, diet, and unique breeding behavior…

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