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277 bird species -: 2 Critically Endangered
Acorn Woodpecker
Melanerpes formicivorus
Discover the unique Acorn Woodpecker (Melanerpes formicivorus). Learn about their fascinating granary trees, distinct appearance, habitat, and nesting habits.
19-23 cm
658
Tree-clinging Birds
Agami Heron
Agamia agami
Discover the Agami Heron (Agamia agami), a stunning chestnut and green wading bird. Learn about its habitat, diet, and tips for spotting this elusive species.
65-77 cm
639
Waders
American Golden Plover
Pluvialis dominica
Discover the American Golden Plover (Pluvialis dominica). Learn about this remarkable wader's migration, physical appearance, nesting habits, and birding tips.
24-28 cm
578
Waders
Andean Avocet
Recurvirostra andina
Discover the Andean Avocet (Recurvirostra andina), a unique wader found in the high Andes. Learn about its appearance, habitat, diet, and breeding behaviors.
42-48 cm
537
Waders
Andean Coot
Fulica ardesiaca
Discover the Andean Coot (Fulica ardesiaca), a fascinating waterbird of the South American highlands. Learn about its habitat, physical traits, and behavior.
40-48 cm
557
Duck-like Birds
Andean Duck
Oxyura ferruginea
Discover the Andean Duck (Oxyura ferruginea), a unique stiff-tailed waterfowl. Learn about its habitat, physical traits, diet, and tips for birding in the Andes.
40-48 cm
579
Duck-like Birds
Andean Guan
Penelope montagnii
Discover the Andean Guan (Penelope montagnii), a fascinating upland bird native to the Andes. Learn about its habitat, diet, physical traits, and conservation.
65-75 cm
469
Upland Ground Birds
Andean Ibis
Theristicus branickii
Discover the Andean Ibis (Theristicus branickii). Learn about this unique high-altitude wader, its habitat, diet, and tips for spotting it in the wild.
70-75 cm
589
Waders
Andean Motmot
Momotus aequatorialis
Discover the Andean Motmot (Momotus aequatorialis). Learn about this striking green and blue perching bird, its habitat, diet, and tips for birdwatchers.
40-48 cm
555
Perching Birds
Andean Siskin
Spinus spinescens
Discover the Andean Siskin (Spinus spinescens), a vibrant yellow perching bird found in the Andes. Learn about its habitat, diet, and birdwatching tips today.
11-13 cm
444
Perching Birds
Andean Snipe
Gallinago jamesoni
Discover the Andean Snipe (Gallinago jamesoni), a unique wader of the high Andes. Learn about its habitat, physical traits, breeding habits, and birding tips.
28-32 cm
544
Waders
Andean Tinamou
Nothoprocta pentlandii
Discover the Andean Tinamou (Nothoprocta pentlandii), a unique upland ground bird. Learn about its habitat, diet, breeding habits, and tips for birdwatching.
25-30 cm
92
Upland Ground Birds
Antioquia Wren
Thryophilus sernai
Discover the Antioquia Wren (Thryophilus sernai), a rare, endemic bird from Colombia. Learn about its habitat, unique behavior, and conservation status today.
11-12 cm
460
Perching Birds
Arctic Jaeger
Stercorarius parasiticus
Discover the Arctic Jaeger (Stercorarius parasiticus), a fascinating seabird known for its kleptoparasitic behavior. Learn about its habitat, diet, and biology.
41-46 cm
744
Seabirds
Band-bellied Owl
Pulsatrix melanota
Discover the Band-bellied Owl (Pulsatrix melanota), a mysterious nocturnal hunter. Learn about its habitat, physical appearance, diet, and birdwatching tips.
35-40 cm
569
Night Birds
Band-tailed Guan
Penelope argyrotis
Discover the Band-tailed Guan (Penelope argyrotis), a distinct upland ground bird. Learn about its habitat, diet, breeding habits, and expert birding tips here.
60-70 cm
480
Upland Ground Birds
Least Concern
barbary falcon
Falco peregrinus
Learn about the Barbary Falcon (Falco pelegrinoides), a swift desert raptor. Discover its habitat, diet, and unique physical traits in our expert guide.
33-44 cm
2,273
Bare-faced Curassow
Crax fasciolata
Discover the Bare-faced Curassow (Crax fasciolata), a striking ground bird from South America. Learn about its habitat, diet, breeding, and conservation status.
80-90 cm
42
Upland Ground Birds
Bare-throated Tiger-heron
Tigrisoma mexicanum
Discover the Bare-throated Tiger-heron (Tigrisoma mexicanum). Learn about its physical appearance, habitat, diet, nesting habits, and tips for birdwatchers.
70-80 cm
614
Waders
Barn Swallow
Hirundo rustica
Discover the Barn Swallow (Hirundo rustica). Learn about this iconic perching bird's appearance, migratory habits, diet, nesting behaviors, and conservation status.
15-19 cm
681
Perching Birds
Barred Tinamou
Crypturellus casiquiare
Discover the Barred Tinamou (Crypturellus casiquiare). Learn about this elusive upland ground bird's appearance, habitat, diet, and unique behaviors in the wild.
25-30 cm
101
Upland Ground Birds
Baudo Guan
Penelope ortoni
Discover the Baudó Guan (Penelope ortoni), a rare and endangered bird native to the Chocó region. Learn about its habitat, diet, and conservation status today.
70-80 cm
444
Upland Ground Birds
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
3,568
Waders
Black Curassow
Crax alector
Discover the Black Curassow (Crax alector), a striking upland ground bird. Learn about its habitat, diet, breeding habits, and tips for spotting this rare species.
80-90 cm
43
Upland Ground Birds