Species library

Bay-headed Tanager

Tangara gyrola

A crown of chestnut and a coat of emerald and turquoise make the Bay-headed Tanager one of the most stunning visitors...

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Beach Stone-curlew

Esacus magnirostris

Meet the 'Ghost of the Beach,' a massive shorebird with a prehistoric look and a piercing yellow gaze. A master of th...

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Bearded Vulture

Gypaetus barbatus

The legendary 'Bone Breaker' of the mountains, the Bearded Vulture is a prehistoric-looking marvel of the high peaks....

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Beaudouin's Snake-Eagle

Circaetus beaudouini

The Beaudouin's Snake-Eagle is a majestic specialist of the African Sahel, easily identified by its piercing yellow g...

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Beautiful Woodpecker

Melanerpes pulcher

A stunning endemic of the Magdalena Valley, the Beautiful Woodpecker dazzles with its zebra-striped back and vibrant ...

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Bee Hummingbird

Mellisuga helenae

Meet the smallest bird on the planet—a feathered jewel no larger than a thumb. Endemic to Cuba, the Bee Hummingbird i...

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Bell's Sparrow

Artemisiospiza belli

A master of the California chaparral, Bell's Sparrow is a charming bird of the brush known for its 'tail-up' running ...

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Bell's Vireo

Vireo bellii

The Bell's Vireo is a master of camouflage, blending perfectly into the dense thickets it calls home. Famous for its ...

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Belted Kingfisher

Megaceryle alcyon

With its shaggy crest and piercing rattle, the Belted Kingfisher is the master of the waterfront. This expert diver i...

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Bendire's Thrasher

Toxostoma bendirei

A hidden gem of the American Southwest, Bendire's Thrasher is a master of the desert scrub. With its golden eyes and ...

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Beryl-spangled Tanager

Tangara nigroviridis

A shimmering jewel of the cloud forest, the Beryl-spangled Tanager dazzles with its metallic, scaled plumage. This en...

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Berylline Hummingbird

Saucerottia beryllina

A dazzling jewel of the mountain woodlands, the Berylline Hummingbird captivates with its shimmering emerald plumage ...

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Besra

Tachyspiza virgata

A stealthy ghost of the Asian forests, the Besra is a master of ambush and aerial agility. This small but fierce spar...

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Bewick's Wren

Thryomanes bewickii

With its bold white eyebrow and spirited personality, the Bewick's Wren is a master of the garden thicket. This energ...

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Black-and-white Warbler

Mniotilta varia

Often mistaken for a nuthatch due to its unique habit of scurrying up and down tree trunks, the Black-and-white Warbl...

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Black-and-yellow Tanager

Chrysothlypis chrysomelas

A radiant flash of gold and obsidian, the Black-and-yellow Tanager is a jewel of the Central American cloud forests. ...

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Black-bellied Plover

Pluvialis squatarola

A master of global travel, the Black-bellied Plover is the largest of North America's plovers, known for its striking...

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Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

Dendrocygna autumnalis

With its vibrant red bill, long pink legs, and a habit of perching in trees like a songbird, the Black-bellied Whistl...

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Black-billed Magpie

Pica hudsonia

With its tuxedo-like plumage and a tail that shimmers like oil on water, the Black-billed Magpie is the undisputed ge...

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Black-billed Streamertail

Trochilus scitulus

Known locally as the 'Doctor Bird,' the Black-billed Streamertail is an emerald-hued icon of eastern Jamaica. With it...

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Black-billed Thrush

Turdus ignobilis

A familiar songster of South American gardens, the Black-billed Thrush is a master of suburban adaptation with a soul...

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Black-billed Woodhoopoe

Phoeniculus somaliensis

With its shimmering iridescent plumage and a long, curved bill, the Black-billed Woodhoopoe is a charismatic highligh...

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Black-breasted Puffleg

Eriocnemis nigrivestis

One of the rarest gems of the Andes, the Black-breasted Puffleg is a Critically Endangered hummingbird found only on ...

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Black-browed Albatross

Thalassarche melanophris

The Black-browed Albatross is the master of the Southern Ocean, known for its incredible 2-meter wingspan and strikin...

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Black-browed Reed Warbler

Acrocephalus bistrigiceps

Recognizable by its bold black 'eyebrows,' this energetic songbird is a master of the marshlands. A long-distance mig...

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Black-capped Chickadee

Poecile atricapillus

With its cheery 'chick-a-dee' call and bold personality, the Black-capped Chickadee is the ultimate backyard companio...

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Black-capped Pygmy-Tyrant

Myiornis atricapillus

One of the world's smallest birds, the Black-capped Pygmy-Tyrant is a tiny, energetic wonder of the tropical canopy. ...

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Black Catbird

Melanoptila glabrirostris

A hidden gem of the Yucatán, the Black Catbird is a sleek, shimmering songbird that brings a touch of midnight elegan...

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Black-cheeked Woodpecker

Melanerpes pucherani

With its striking zebra-striped back and vibrant red accents, the Black-cheeked Woodpecker is a crown jewel of the tr...

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Black-chested Jay

Cyanocorax affinis

A striking and intelligent resident of the Neotropics, the Black-chested Jay is easily recognized by its piercing yel...

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Black-chested Snake-Eagle

Circaetus pectoralis

With its piercing yellow eyes and striking black-and-white plumage, the Black-chested Snake-Eagle is a master of the ...

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Black-chinned Hummingbird

Archilochus alexandri

The Black-chinned Hummingbird is a master of the air, known for its rhythmic tail-pumping and a hidden flash of brill...

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Black-chinned Sparrow

Spizella atrogularis

A subtle gem of the American Southwest, the Black-chinned Sparrow is best known for its bright pink bill and the male...

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Black-crested Titmouse

Baeolophus atricristatus

With its striking jet-black crest and inquisitive personality, the Black-crested Titmouse is a charismatic star of th...

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Black-crested Warbler

Myiothlypis nigrocristata

With its brilliant yellow plumage and a striking black crown, the Black-crested Warbler is a vibrant jewel of the hig...

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Black Crowned Crane

Balearica pavonina

Adorned with a spectacular golden crest and a regal black plumage, the Black Crowned Crane is a masterpiece of the Af...

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