Greater Roadrunner

Cartoons, however funny, don’t capture the true personality of this classic desert bird.

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See Also:
Birds of the Bible – Cuckoo


Hummingbirds

Found only in the New World, the hummingbirds are famous for their bold colors, nectar-feeding habits, seemingly endless energy, and their singular ability to fly backward.

 

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Birdwatching Trip – Santa Anna NWR


Herons Egrets Bitterns

Beautiful birds that are fun and easy to watch, these familiar waders are great for beginning birdwatchers.

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Bitterns
Birds of the Bible – Heron
Birds of the Bible – Bittern


CLASS – AVES, Order –PELECANIFORMES, Family – Ardeidae – Herons, Bitterns

Range Maps

Range maps provide a wealth of useful and interesting information in a simple visual form, once you learn a few basic ground rules for using them.

 

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Topography of a Bird

In this case, topography refers not to mountains and valleys but to the parts of a bird. A basic knowledge of how birds are put together is incredibly useful in appreciating and identifying them.

 

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Owls

Who doesn’t love owls? With their big eyes, mysterious faces, and nocturnal habits, owls are just downright fascinating.

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Birds of the Bible – Owls


Ducks, Geese, Swans

Web-footed and water-loving, this large, diverse, and gregarious group of birds is a favorite of birders and nonbirders alike.

 

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Birds of the Bible – Swan

Wild Turkey

An iconic American game bird, the Wild Turkey is one of the largest and surely one of the most distinctive members of our avifauna.

 

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Raptors ID

As exciting as they are, raptors pose a number of identification challenges. This video will help you identify hawks, falcons, and their relatives.

 

 

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Raptors Overview

The diurnal birds of prey—hawks, falcons, and their relatives—are famous for their beauty, power, and command of the air.

 

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Peregrine Falcon

Often cited as one of the world’s fastest birds, the Peregrine Falcon is a formidable predator by any standard.


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See Also:
Birds of the Bible – Falcons
Birds of the Bible – Falcons II
Falcons
Falcon Family Photos
Falcon Videos