Sparrow is the common name that describes the 43 bird species within the Old World Sparrow family, Passeridae. These birds are in a different family than the New World Sparrows, Passerellidae, which are more similar to finches and buntings than sparrows. In general, sparrows are a short-lived species, averaging only around three years of age … Read more
Cardinals are known among bird enthusiasts primarily thanks to their distinctive short, conical bill and conspicuous crest. Moreover, male cardinals have beautiful reddish plumage which distinguishes them from other species. But, above all, bird enthusiasts are probably fond of cardinals, northern cardinals precisely, because they’re often seen in huge flocks of thousands of birds foraging … Read more
If you have birds in your yard or there are some in a nearby park, you’re probably wondering what you can do to help them – make the yard more attractive, install a bird feeder, or decide on what foods are best for them. So is rice out of the question, as the legend says? … Read more
Cardinals are beautiful red birds that are located in North America. They’re easy to recognize with their bright bodies, black-mask face, and crested head. Every year, these birds mate during the spring and summer and baby cardinals hatch. Baby cardinals are naked when they hatch. They quickly develop and are ready to leave the nest … Read more
Pigeons are medium-sized birds in the family Columbidae that occupy many habitat types on nearly every continent worldwide. Many pigeon species thrive in large, urban environments where few wild animals can survive. Common pigeons Columba livia, also called rock pigeons or rock doves, were introduced outside their native range of Europe, Asia, and North Africa … Read more
Pelicans are very distinct waterbirds. They’re easy to recognize thanks to their large bills and special pouches. There are eight species of pelicans in the world. They can be found on every continent in the world except Antarctica. These birds are amongst the largest flying birds in the world. However, they start off small. While … Read more
Doves are gentle birds that people associate with peace and serenity. They are commonly found throughout North America and are also popular birds of choice to keep as pets. But, what is the average lifespan of a dove? The average life expectancy of a dove is 1.5 years. Where they live can affect their lifespan. … Read more
Owls are raptors with sharp talons and beaks designed to grasp and rip open their prey. Most of the 200 species in the order Strigiformes hunt silently at night, with eyes well-suited to seeing in low light. These birds occupy habitats worldwide except for the polar regions and isolated islands. The two families in this … Read more
Geese are species of waterfowl in the family of Anatidae, found in waterbodies worldwide, including rivers, lakes, ponds, reservoirs, bays, and oceans. Two genera of birds in the Anatidae family contain all of the true geese, seven of which live in North America. Most wild Canada Geese can live an average of 10 to 25 … Read more
Penguins are flightless birds with black and white feathers that live in the Southern Hemisphere. Many species live in Antarctica and its surrounding islands, while others live in Australia, South Africa, and South America. The northernmost penguins live on the Galapagos Islands. Although these birds do not fly, they swim very well, achieving speeds of … Read more
