General The White Bellied Sea Eagle is a distinctive bird also known as the White-breasted Sea Eagle belonging to the family Accipitridae. These eagles have an expected lifespan of about 30 years. Distribution and habitat India, Sri Lanka, southeast Asian countries such as Singapore, Indonesia and the Philippines, Australia, and Tasmania on coasts and …
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General Whistling Teal Duck, the scientific name Dendrocygna bicolor is also known as Fulvous Tree Duck or Fulvous Whistling Duck. The name Fulvous Whistling Duck comes rough whistling sound these species make and also from its outer coloring. The lifespan of this species is 11 years. Distribution and habitat These species can be found …
General The Violet Turaco, also known as the Violaceous Plantain Eater is a large Turaco from the African otidimorphae family. These distinctive birds are shy and frequently difficult to spot in the canopy. Turacos are social birds that travel in small groups of ten to twelve birds. Although they can’t fly very high, they …
Scarlet Macaw (Ara macao) General The Scarlet Macaw is a sizable red, yellow, and blue Neotropical parrot that is a part of the Macaw family. It is Honduras’ national bird. Due to its eye-catching plumage, the Scarlet Macaw, like its relative Blue and Yellow Macaw, is a well-liked bird in aviculture. Distribution and habitat It …
Scarlet Ibis (Eudocimus ruber) General They can be identified as a close relative to the Spoonbills. Eudocimus ruber is a highly communal species. It is outgoing both during nesting and when hunting for food. Distribution and habitat They are found in northern South America, dispersing from Venezuela to Eastern Brazil. It usually migrates between different coastal …
Scaly Breasted Munia (Lonchura punctulata) General The Scaly-breasted Munia also known as the Nutmeg Mannikin or Spice Finch in the pet trade is a sparrow-sized Estrildid Finch native to tropical Asia. Carl Linnaeus formally described and named this species of the genus Lonchura in 1758. Distribution and habitat Scaly Breasted Munia is found in many …
Red Breasted Parakeet (Psittacula alexandri) General The Red-breasted Parakeet is a beautiful and playful bird with a distinctive appearance and lively personality. They are sure to be popular, in addition to any birdwatching or pet enthusiast’s list, and their presence in the wild offers a unique opportunity to observe and enjoy this fascinating species. Distribution …
Rose Cockatoo (Eolophus roseicapilla) General Rose Cockatoo is also known as Galah or Pink and Grey Cockatoo. This is the only species within the genus Eolophus of the Cockatoo family. They are highly sociable birds often seen in huge flocks. These species are important for seed dispersal which provides great importance for the …
Red Vented Bulbul (Pycnonotus cafer) General Red-vented Bulbul is, outgoing bird distinguished by a commanding reddish patch below the root of the tail. It is aggressive and chases off other bird species and may also help to spread the seeds of other invasive species. It is an agricultural pest, destroying fruit, flowers, beans, tomatoes, and peas. Distribution and habitat …
Budgerigar (Melopsittacus undulatus) General The Budgerigar, or Melopsittacus undulatus, is also known as the Common Parakeet or Shell Parakeet. They are naturally found throughout Australia except for coastal regions in the extreme east and far southwest. The average lifespan of this bird is 5-8 years. Distribution and habitat Budgerigars live primarily in the interior of …
