Tamil Nadu Birds

437 bird species    -: 3 Critically Endangered

baya weaver Least Concern
baya weaver

Ploceus philippinus

Learn about the Baya Weaver (Ploceus philippinus), famous for its intricate hanging nests, unique breeding displays, and diverse diet across Asia.

15-15 cm

8,260

Yellow Brown

Perching Birds

Least Concern
Black Baza

Aviceda leuphotes

Discover the Black Baza (Aviceda leuphotes), a striking bird of prey. Learn about its unique appearance, diet, habitat, and expert tips for birdwatchers.

30-35 cm

1,766

Black White

Birds of Prey

black crowned night heron Least Concern
black crowned night heron

Nycticorax nycticorax

Discover the Black-crowned Night Heron. Learn about its nocturnal behavior, diverse diet, global habitat, and unique physical features in our expert guide.

58-65 cm

4,771

Black Grey

Waders

Least Concern
black drongo

Dicrurus macrocercus

Discover the Black Drongo (Dicrurus macrocercus), a fearless Asian bird known as the 'King Crow' for its aggressive defense and distinctive forked tail.

28-28 cm

5,647

Black Blue

Perching Birds

black eagle Least Concern
black eagle

Ictinaetus malaiensis

Learn about the Black Eagle (Ictinaetus malayensis), a unique raptor of tropical Asia known for its slow canopy flight and specialized nest-raiding habits.

69-81 cm

4,687

Black Brown

Birds of Prey

black headed ibis Least Concern
black headed ibis

Threskiornis melanocephalus

Discover the Black-headed Ibis (Threskiornis melanocephalus), a versatile wading bird of South and Southeast Asia. Learn about its striking white and black plumage, diverse habitats, and fascinating diet.

75-75 cm

6,882

White Black

Waders

black kite Least Concern
black kite

Milvus migrans

Learn about the Black Kite (Milvus migrans), a versatile bird of prey known for its scavenging habits, soaring flight, and distinctive forked tail.

58-66 cm

5,017

Black Brown

Birds of Prey

black stork Least Concern
black stork

Ciconia nigra

Discover the elusive Black Stork (Ciconia nigra). Learn about its habitat, diet, shy behavior, and migration patterns in this comprehensive SEO guide.

90-100 cm

4,366

Black White

Waders

black tailed godwit Near Threatened
black tailed godwit

Limosa limosa

Learn all about the Black-tailed Godwit (Limosa limosa). Discover its physical traits, habitat, diet, and conservation status in our comprehensive guide.

37-42 cm

2,809

Brown White

Waders

black winged kite Least Concern
black winged kite

Elanus caeruleus

Learn about the Black-winged Kite (Elanus caeruleus), a small raptor famous for its hovering flight, striking red eyes, and unique hunting behavior.

31-34 cm

5,356

White Black

Birds of Prey

black winged stilt Least Concern
black winged stilt

Himantopus himantopus

Learn about the Black-winged Stilt (Himantopus himantopus), a graceful wader known for its exceptionally long pink legs and striking black and white plumage.

35-40 cm

5,345

Black White

Waders

Least Concern
Black-and-orange Flycatcher

Ficedula nigrorufa

Discover the Black-and-orange Flycatcher (Ficedula nigrorufa), a rare, endemic bird of the Western Ghats. Learn about its habitat, diet, and birdwatching tips.

12-13 cm

1,957

Black Orange

Perching Birds

Black-backed Dwarf-kingfisher Near Threatened
Black-backed Dwarf-kingfisher

Ceyx erithaca

Discover the Black-backed Dwarf-kingfisher (Ceyx erithaca). Learn about its vibrant yellow and black plumage, unique habitat, diet, and expert birding tips.

12-14 cm

1,972

Yellow Black

Perching Birds

Endangered
Black-bellied Tern

Sterna acuticauda

Discover the Black-bellied Tern (Sterna acuticauda), a critically endangered riverine bird. Learn about its habitat, diet, physical traits, and conservation needs.

32-34 cm

1,812

Grey Black

Seabirds

Least Concern
Black-breasted Weaver

Ploceus benghalensis

Discover the Black-breasted Weaver (Ploceus benghalensis). Learn about its physical features, nesting habits, diet, and tips for spotting this unique perching bird.

12-15 cm

1,648

Yellow Black

Perching Birds

Black-capped Kingfisher Vulnerable
Black-capped Kingfisher

Halcyon pileata

Discover the Black-capped Kingfisher (Halcyon pileata), a stunning blue and black perching bird. Learn about its habitat, diet, breeding, and expert birding tips.

28-31 cm

1,737

Blue Black

Perching Birds

Least Concern
Black-headed Cuckooshrike

Lalage melanoptera

Discover the Black-headed Cuckooshrike (Lalage melanoptera). Learn about its grey and black plumage, unique perching behavior, habitat, diet, and nesting habits.

18-20 cm

1,776

Grey Black

Perching Birds

Black-hooded Oriole Least Concern
Black-hooded Oriole

Oriolus xanthornus

Discover the Black-hooded Oriole (Oriolus xanthornus). Learn about this striking yellow and black perching bird, its habitat, diet, and expert birding tips.

23-25 cm

1,721

Yellow Black

Perching Birds

Least Concern
Black-naped Monarch

Hypothymis azurea

Discover the Black-naped Monarch (Hypothymis azurea). Learn about this stunning blue perching bird's habitat, diet, nesting habits, and expert birding tips.

15-17 cm

1,821

Blue White

Perching Birds

Least Concern
Black-naped Oriole

Oriolus chinensis

Discover the Black-naped Oriole (Oriolus chinensis). Learn about its vibrant yellow plumage, distinct black markings, habitat, nesting habits, and birding tips.

23-27 cm

1,680

Yellow Black

Perching Birds

Black-rumped Flameback Least Concern
Black-rumped Flameback

Dinopium benghalense

Discover the Black-rumped Flameback (Dinopium benghalense). Learn about this golden-yellow woodpecker's physical traits, habitat, diet, and nesting habits today.

26-29 cm

1,988

Golden-yellow Black

Tree-clinging Birds

Least Concern
Black-throated Munia

Lonchura kelaarti

Discover the Black-throated Munia (Lonchura kelaarti). Learn about this unique perching bird's appearance, habitat, diet, and behavior in our complete guide.

10-12 cm

1,707

Brown Black

Perching Birds

blue rock thrush Least Concern
blue rock thrush

Monticola solitarius

Discover the blue rock thrush (Monticola solitarius). Learn about the national bird of Malta, its striking blue plumage, rocky habitat, and melodic song.

20-20 cm

4,342

Blue Orange

Perching Birds

Least Concern
Blue-bearded Bee-eater

Nyctyornis athertoni

Discover the Blue-bearded Bee-eater (Nyctyornis athertoni). Learn about its unique appearance, habitat, diet, and behavior in this expert ornithology guide.

30-35 cm

1,628

Green Blue

Perching Birds