The color of a bird’s plumage is critical for various reasons such as attracting a mate, identification, protection against predators, and camouflage mechanism while hunting. Red is one of the most striking colors to find in birds’ feathers, but what about their beaks? Red is not a color that birds […]

Blue and yellow birds are some of the most beautiful creatures on our planet and can be found in all parts of the world. Most of these birds are fun to watch and good to keep as pets. Blue and yellow birds come in shades from dark blue, bright blue, […]

As you travel through the U.S. and even parts of Canada, you will find an array of birds. You’ll find birds of all shapes, sizes, and – yes – even colors.  When it comes to stunning color combos, few stand out as much as our feathered friends that are yellow […]

Some of the most stunning sights in nature come from birds with red eyes that seem to glow in the day light or twinkle at night like burning embers. Here are eleven gorgeous birds with red eyes you can spot around your backyard or on your next birdwatching vacation. Birds […]

In the world of birds, it is often the males who are brightly colored, especially among the birds with redheads. Nature has evolved them this way to scare off competitors and attract mates. Why focus on birds with redheads?  Aside from being some of the most fabulous-looking birds, it also […]

It’s a delight to see brightly colored birds at your feeders. There are many species of orange and black birds that you’re likely to encounter either at your feeders or while out bird watching. Many of these might look very similar, especially the orioles and tanagers. So, how do you […]

There are numerous birds that have black and white heads. Many of these are likely to visit your backyard feeders. Plus, you’re likely to come across a variety of these different birds when you’re out bird watching. So, how do you know which species you’re looking at? Learning the different […]