Blackbird is an umbrella term with different meanings in the New and Old World. In the Old World, this term refers to the Eurasian blackbird or Turdus merula, a “true” thrush species....
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Scavenging birds are bird species that mostly or exclusively feed on dead organisms they find in the wild. These birds are extremely important in the ecosystem as they speed up the process of...
Lovebirds are a small family of Old World parrots native to Africa. These birds are known as very social birds, while some couples stay together and mate for life. In today’s article, we’ll be...
Wild ducks often impress with their colorful plumage, but their beaks can be equally impressive. Whether you want to identify local waterfowl species during your next outdoor adventure or learn...
Water diving birds are species of birds that dive into the water to catch food, but also to escape predators. Some of these birds enter the water from flight, while others jump from the surface....
Long bills in birds are an evolutionary feature that enables certain species to retrieve food in hard-to-reach places. This feature is typically seen in mid- to large-size waterfowl, but inland...
