Species library

Manx Shearwater

Puffinus puffinus

The ultimate Atlantic voyager, the Manx Shearwater spends its life bridging the gap between the ocean's surface and s...

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Many-banded Aracari

Pteroglossus pluricinctus

A social and striking member of the toucan family, the Many-banded Aracari is famous for its double-banded belly and ...

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Marabou Stork

Leptoptilos crumenifer

With its massive wingspan and prehistoric profile, the Marabou Stork is one of Africa's most imposing and adaptable b...

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Marbled Godwit

Limosa fedoa

The Marbled Godwit is a master of the mudflats, using its long, slightly upturned bill to probe for hidden treasures....

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Marbled Murrelet

Brachyramphus marmoratus

The ghost of the old-growth forest, the Marbled Murrelet is a mysterious seabird that links the deep Pacific to the a...

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Maroon-bellied Parakeet

Pyrrhura frontalis

Meet the charming Maroon-bellied Parakeet, a social acrobat of the South American canopy. Known for its playful perso...

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Marsh Sandpiper

Tringa stagnatilis

An elegant, long-legged traveler of the world's wetlands, the Marsh Sandpiper stands out with its needle-thin bill an...

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Marsh Tit

Poecile palustris

The Marsh Tit is a glossy-capped marvel of memory, famous for hiding thousands of seeds across its territory. A shy b...

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Marsh Warbler

Acrocephalus palustris

A master of vocal disguise, the Marsh Warbler weaves the songs of dozens of other birds into a breathtaking acoustic ...

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Marsh Wren

Cistothorus palustris

The spirited voice of the wetlands, the Marsh Wren is a master of camouflage and construction. Famous for building do...

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Martial Eagle

Polemaetus bellicosus

As Africa's largest eagle, the Martial Eagle is a master of the high-altitude hunt. With a wingspan reaching over eig...

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Masked Booby

Sula dactylatra

Meet the largest of the booby family, a striking white-and-black seabird known for its dramatic plunge-dives and icon...

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Masked Duck

Nomonyx dominicus

A master of disappearance, the Masked Duck is the ultimate prize for wetland observers. With its striking cinnamon pl...

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Masked Flowerpiercer

Diglossa cyanea

With its striking ultramarine plumage and piercing red eyes, the Masked Flowerpiercer is a jewel of the Andean cloud ...

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Masked Lapwing

Vanellus miles

The bold architect of the suburban lawn, the Masked Lapwing is impossible to miss with its striking yellow wattles an...

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Masked Tanager

Stilpnia nigrocincta

A jewel of the Amazonian canopy, the Masked Tanager dazzles with its pale turquoise head and striking black mask. The...

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Masked Trogon

Trogon personatus

A mist-dwelling marvel of the Andes, the Masked Trogon captivates with its brilliant crimson plumage and iconic black...

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McKay's Bunting

Plectrophenax hyperboreus

The McKay's Bunting is the 'Ghost of the Bering Sea,' a stunningly white songbird that thrives in some of the harshes...

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Meadow Pipit

Anthus pratensis

The Meadow Pipit is a master of the open fields, famous for its 'parachuting' song flight and its resilient nature. A...

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Mealy Amazon

Amazona farinosa

One of the largest and most social parrots of the Americas, the Mealy Amazon is famous for its 'dusted' green plumage...

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Mediterranean Gull

Ichthyaetus melanocephalus

With its velvet-black hood and snow-white wingtips, the Mediterranean Gull is the most sophisticated-looking visitor ...

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Melodious Blackbird

Dives dives

A master of song and adaptability, the Melodious Blackbird is a charismatic resident of Central American landscapes. ...

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Melodious Warbler

Hippolais polyglotta

The Melodious Warbler is a vibrant summer guest known for its acrobatic foraging and a song so complex it often mimic...

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Merlin

Falco columbarius

A small but incredibly fierce falcon, the Merlin is a master of high-speed aerial pursuit. Once a rare sight in subur...

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Metallic-green Tanager

Tangara labradorides

A shimmering emerald of the Andes, the Metallic-green Tanager is a master of acrobatic foraging. Found in the lush cl...

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Meves's Starling

Lamprotornis mevesii

A masterpiece of iridescence and elegance, Meves's Starling is famous for its shimmering purple-blue plumage and exce...

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Mexican Jay

Aphelocoma wollweberi

Meet the Mexican Jay, the social architect of the southwestern mountains. Known for their complex family lives and st...

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Mexican Violetear

Colibri thalassinus

A shimmering emerald jewel of the highlands, the Mexican Violetear is as bold as it is beautiful, known for its strik...

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Middle Spotted Woodpecker

Dendrocoptes medius

Meet the specialist of the ancient oaks. The Middle Spotted Woodpecker is a vibrant, red-crowned beauty that trades t...

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Military Macaw

Ara militaris

With their striking olive-green 'uniform' and brilliant red accents, Military Macaws are the emerald jewels of the mo...

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Milky Stork

Mycteria cinerea

The Milky Stork is a majestic, snowy-white wader and one of Southeast Asia's most endangered coastal birds. Watch as ...

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Mississippi Kite

Ictinia mississippiensis

The Mississippi Kite is a master of the summer skies, known for its sleek silver plumage and incredible aerial agilit...

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Mistle Thrush

Turdus viscivorus

Meet the 'Stormcock' of the bird world, a bold and hardy thrush that sings in the face of the wind. With its striking...

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Mistletoe Tyrannulet

Zimmerius parvus

A tiny dynamo of the tropical canopy, the Mistletoe Tyrannulet is famous for its specialized diet and energetic tail-...

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Mitred Parakeet

Psittacara mitratus

A vibrant burst of Andean green and red, the Mitred Parakeet is the charismatic parrot that has turned North American...

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Ménétries's Warbler

Curruca mystacea

A spirited desert voyager, Ménétries's Warbler is famous for its striking white 'moustache' and its energetic, tail-f...

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