Species library

Blue-and-black Tanager

Tangara vassorii

Meet the high-altitude acrobat of the Andes. With its striking cobalt plumage and jet-black mask, the Blue-and-black ...

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Blue-and-gold Tanager

Bangsia arcaei

A striking inhabitant of Central American cloud forests, the Blue-and-gold Tanager is a master of contrast, sporting ...

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Blue-and-yellow Macaw

Ara ararauna

With its radiant turquoise wings and sun-drenched golden belly, the Blue-and-yellow Macaw is a living masterpiece of ...

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Blue-and-yellow Tanager

Rauenia bonariensis

A vibrant splash of sapphire and gold, the Blue-and-yellow Tanager is a frequent and welcome visitor to gardens acros...

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Blue-backed Conebill

Conirostrum sitticolor

A gem of the Andean peaks, the Blue-backed Conebill is a master of acrobatic foraging, draped in stunning sapphire an...

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Blue-bellied Roller

Coracias cyanogaster

A flash of electric blue against the African savanna, the Blue-bellied Roller is a master of aerial acrobatics and a ...

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Blue-billed Curassow

Crax alberti

The Blue-billed Curassow is one of the world's rarest birds, a 'ghost of the forest' endemic only to Colombia. With i...

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Blue-billed Teal

Spatula hottentota

The smallest dabbling duck in Africa, the Blue-billed Teal is a nomadic jewel of the wetlands. With its stunning sky-...

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Blue-black Grassquit

Volatinia jacarina

Meet the 'Johnny Jump-up,' a tiny, iridescent bird known for its acrobatic vertical displays and charming buzzy song....

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Blue-capped Cordonbleu

Uraeginthus cyanocephalus

A jewel of the East African savanna, the Blue-capped Cordonbleu captivates with its brilliant sky-blue plumage and ch...

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Blue-capped Motmot

Momotus coeruliceps

Meet the 'clock bird' of Mexico, famous for its luminous blue crown and a unique racquet-tipped tail that swings like...

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Blue Catfish

Ictalurus furcatus

The Blue Catfish is North America's undisputed heavyweight of the river, a slate-blue giant that rules the deep chann...

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Blue-cheeked Bee-eater

Merops persicus

A shimmering emerald of the sky, the Blue-cheeked Bee-eater is a master of aerial acrobatics and a brilliant visitor ...

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Blue-chested Hummingbird

Polyerata amabilis

A glittering jewel of the tropical lowlands, the Blue-chested Hummingbird dazzles with its namesake violet-blue breas...

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Blue Chromis

Azurina cyanea

The Blue Chromis is the vibrant, sapphire-colored heartbeat of the Caribbean reef, bringing the ocean to life with it...

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Blue Corporal

Ladona deplanata

A sure sign of spring, the Blue Corporal is a compact, powder-blue sentinel of the water's edge. Known for its unique...

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Blue Crane

Grus paradiseus

South Africa's national bird is a symbol of elegance and resilience. Known for its mesmerizing dance and striking blu...

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Blue-crowned Chlorophonia

Chlorophonia occipitalis

Meet the 'emerald of the cloud forest,' a stunning songbird with a brilliant turquoise crown and a golden-yellow bell...

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Blue-crowned Parakeet

Thectocercus acuticaudatus

A social and vocal parrot of the Americas, the Blue-crowned Parakeet is famous for its brilliant turquoise forehead a...

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Blue Dacnis

Dacnis cayana

A shimmering jewel of the tropical canopy, the Blue Dacnis brings a splash of brilliant turquoise to the forest. This...

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Blue Dasher

Pachydiplax longipennis

A master of aerial combat and the undisputed king of the backyard pond, the Blue Dasher is a stunning example of natu...

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Blue Duiker

Philantomba monticola

Meet the blue duiker, Africa's smallest and most enchanting forest antelope. These tiny, 'blue-tinted' gems are known...

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Blue-eyed Triplefin

Notoclinops segmentatus

A tiny jewel of the New Zealand reef, the Blue-eyed Triplefin captivates with its neon-blue gaze and vibrant crimson ...

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Blue-footed Booby

Sula nebouxii

The Blue-footed Booby is nature's most colorful dancer, sporting brilliant turquoise footwear and performing high-ste...

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Blue-fronted Dancer

Argia apicalis

A vibrant flash of sky-blue in the summer sun, the Blue-fronted Dancer is a master of aerial acrobatics. Easily recog...

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Blue-fronted Lancebill

Doryfera johannae

A hidden gem of the Andean foothills, the Blue-fronted Lancebill is a master of precision. With its extraordinary nee...

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Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

Polioptila caerulea

Hyperactive and bold, the Blue-gray Gnatcatcher is a master of the canopy, known for its constant tail-flicking and i...

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Blue-gray Tanager

Thraupis episcopus

Often called the 'Blue Jean' bird in the Caribbean, this social and vibrant tanager is a master of adaptation, bringi...

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Blue-green Chromis

Chromis viridis

A shimmering jewel of the Indo-Pacific, the Blue-green Chromis brings synchronized movement and iridescent color to t...

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Blue-green Sharpshooter

Graphocephala atropunctata

A vibrant jewel of the garden, the blue-green sharpshooter is a master of camouflage and a powerful jumper. While fam...

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Blue Grosbeak

Passerina caerulea

With its stunning deep-blue plumage and chunky silver bill, the Blue Grosbeak is a shy but spectacular visitor to Nor...

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Blue-headed Hummingbird

Riccordia bicolor

A shimmering emerald gem of the Caribbean, the Blue-headed Hummingbird is a rare beauty found only on two islands. Wi...

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Blue-headed Macaw

Primolius couloni

A rare emerald of the Amazon, the Blue-headed Macaw is a stunning 'mini-macaw' known for its brilliant cobalt crown a...

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Blue-headed Parrot

Pionus menstruus

With its stunning cobalt-blue hood and vibrant emerald plumage, the Blue-headed Parrot is a crown jewel of the Neotro...

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Blue-headed Sapphire

Chrysuronia grayi

A glittering jewel of the Pacific lowlands, the Blue-headed Sapphire dazzles with its brilliant violet-blue crown and...

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Blue-headed Vireo

Vireo solitarius

With its sophisticated slate-blue hood and crisp white spectacles, the Blue-headed Vireo is a standout of the forest ...

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