Avian Collection (#3)

Common Raven (Corvus corax) Skull, Probably Cornwall, England
The Common Raven is the largest member of the Crow Family and is one of the most widely distributed birds worldwide. It is all black in colour with a long, wedge shaped tail

North America, Mexico, Baja California Sur, El Sargento, Gilded Flicker, Colaptes chrysoider

Raven (Corvus corax) in flight over snow, Hokkaido, Japan

Swan Lake
Jukyong Park

Oh, Summer Is Here
Qing Zhao

A wild red-browed finch (Neochmia temporalis) perched on a branch with blurred background, Australia
colorful, wildlife, green, wild, branch, color, beautiful, birdwatching, bokeh, stick, feathers, fauna, avian, bill, closeup, field, red-browed firetail, little, firetail, Kristian Bell Photography

A wild black-faced cuckooshrike (Coracina novaehollandiae) perched on a branch with blurred vegetation in
fauna, perched, branch, bokeh, vegetation, background, isolated, simple, birdwatching, passerine, wildlife, wild, black, avian, wing, green, gray, feathers, spring, Kristian Bell Photography

Greeting
Qing Zhao

Crested Tit
Johan Lennartsson

Onwards
Courtney Crane

A male Golden Whistler (Pachycephala pectoralis) strikes a pose on a branch isolated against a blurred
wildlife, branch, wild, green, colorful, beautiful, avian, black, perched, feathers, white, wing, fauna, pose, male, trees, background, bokeh, blurred, stick, bright colors, blurred background

Blue fronted Amazon parrot, native to South America

Riflebird (Ptiloris), Queensland, Australia
A male Riflebird, perched on a branch. The plumage is velvety black with a beautiful iridescent purple sheen, which becomes more blue-green on the head and more bronze on the lower breast

African Grey Parrot (Psittacus erithacus), Africa
The African Grey Parrot has plumage in various shades of grey with very distinctive red tail feathers. The area around the eyes is white or, in this case, a light cream color

Brown Kiwi (Apteryx australis), South Island, New Zealand
Kiwis are flightless, nocturnal birds, so are seldom seen. They are currently listed as endangered. Habitat loss and predation by dogs, stoats, ferrets and cats have all contributed to this

Red-masked Parakeet (Psittacara erythrogenys), Ecuador or Peru, South America
The Red-masked Parakeet originates from South America and is grass green with a solid red plumage mask covering the forecrown, crown and cheeks

Long-tailed Widowbird (Euplectes progne), Buffelsdoorn Estate, Klerksdorp, South Africa
A male Long-tailed Widowbird in breeding plumage, perched on a branch. The feathers are almost entirely black with orange and white shoulders, or epaulets

Regent Bowerbird (Sericulus chrysocephalus), New South Wales, Australia
A male Regent Bowerbird perched on a branch. The birds plumage is jet black with bright golden yellow on the head, nape and wings

Taken from a boat on the River Yamuna behind the Taj Mahal at sunset, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India, Asia

Hummingbird in flight, Mindo, Ecuador
Green and blue hummingbirds in flight, tropical garden, Mindo, Ecuador

Miss Winifred Brown - winner King?s Cup Air Race
Miss Winifred Brown won the King?s Cup Air Race on 5 July 1930 in Avro Avian III, G-EBVZ. Date: 1930

Common loon (Gavia immer) with chick on Cassels Lake Temagami, Ontario, Canada

Canada geese (Branta canadensis) on the English River Ear Falls, Ontario, Canada

Great northern or common loon Gavia immer on Cassels Lake Temagami, Ontario, Canada

Turkey vulture in flight - Cathartes aura Sioux Narrows, Ontario, Canada

Bald Eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus) in flight Ear Falls, Ontario, Canada

Red-crowned crane (Grus japonensis) in flight, Hokkaido, Japan, Hokkaido, Japan

Snowy Owl (Bubo scandiacus) (Captive)

Violet-crowned woodnymph hummingbird (Thalurania colombica columbica), Costa Rica

Close-up portrait of a little bee-eater perched on branch with misty background, Serengeti, Tanzania
Little bee-eater on thin branch in profile

Close-up portrait of a little bee-eater flying towards the camera from a branch, Serengeti, Tanzania
Little bee-eater flies towards camera from branch

Male willow ptarmigan with early breeding colors flies over the snow, Chugach Mountains, Alaska, USA
A male willow ptarmigan, Lagopus lagopus, soars low over its high-country territory in Southcentral Alaska's Chugach Mountains on an April day

Lilac-breasted roller (Coracias caudatus) flies over thornbush spreading wings, Serengeti, Tanzania
Lilac-breasted roller takes off from leafy thornbush

A spruce grouse hen (Falcipennis canadensis) stands in the forest, Southcentral Alaska, USA
Alaska, Alert, Animal, Animal Behavior, Animal Eye, Animal Foot, Animal Photography, Animal Portrait, Animal Theme, Animals In The Wild, Attraction, Aves, Avian, Aware, Beautiful, Beauty In Nature

Lesser flamingo (Phoeniconaias minor) flying above sand dunes near Walvis Bay, Namibia
Africa, Animal, Animal Behavior, Animal Photography, Animal Theme, Animal Wing, Animals In The Wild, Arid, Arid Climate, Atmosphere, Atmospheric, Attraction, Aves, Avian, Barren, Beauty In Nature

The Scream
fegari

Puffin Talk
fegari

Can somebody help me???
Giulio Zanni

A wild mistletoe bird (Dicaeum hirundinaceum) perched on a thorny branch with blurred tree and vegetation background
colorful, wildlife, green, branch, wild, color, beautiful, flowerpecker, framed, fauna, native, black, perched, white, avian, male, background, Kristian Bell Photography, 1628713895

A backlit, wild white-plumed honeyeater bird (Lichenostomus penicillatus) perched on a branch in warm evening sunlight
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An indian roller (Coracias benghalensis) washes in a swiming pool and flicks water while shaking its head
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Buzzard
Johan Lennartsson

AT The End
Cheryl Schneider

RBG18-3792
Long-tailed Skua, Stercorarius longicaudus, in breeding plumage on breeding site in arctic tundra, Sweden. Date: 15-Apr-19

Black-bellied Hummingbird and Coppery-headed Emerald Hummingbird compete for a feeding
Animals, Birds, A Black-bellied Hummingbird, Euperusa nigriventris, warns off a Coppery-headed Emerald Hummingbird, Elvira cupreiceps, attempting to feed on a hairy heliconia flower

A male Violet Sabrewing Hummingbird feeds on the nectar of a tropical Passion Flower in
Animals, Bird, Hummingbird, A male Violet Sabrewing Hummingbird, Campylopterus hemileucurus, feeds on the nectar of a tropical Passion Flower in Costa Rica

Female mallard duck and baby ducks, Juanita Bay Park, Kirkland, Washington State

Native of southern Eurasia, the Chukar Partridge was introduced to North America as a game bird. A handsome little cinnamon and gray partridge with striking stripes along its sides

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"Avian Wonders: A Global Journey Through Feathered Beauty" From the enchanting South Atlantic to the captivating Galapagos Islands of Ecuador, avian marvels grace our skies. Among them, the mesmerizing blue- and red-footed booby birds showcase nature's vibrant palette. In a secluded corner, a dainty Dunnock perches gracefully on a bramble, its delicate frame blending with the surrounding foliage. Meanwhile, in springtime splendor, a male Bullfinch adorns blossoms with his resplendent presence. Across continents we venture to Southeast Asia's Indochina region where Krishna watches over devotees at Mariamman Hindu Temple in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Here, spirituality intertwines with avian majesty. Closer to home in Wales' rugged landscapes, a Red Kite soars effortlessly through the sky - an emblematic sight that symbolizes freedom and resilience. Across the pond in America's heartland, American White Pelicans glide gracefully across serene waters while Baltimore Orioles bring their vibrant hues to urban gardens. Back across the Atlantic Ocean lies New Forest in Hampshire - there Siskins and Redpolls flock around Niger bird seed feeders; their lively chatter filling woodland air. And amidst Cornwall's lush greenery stands a female Great Spotted Woodpecker diligently tapping away at tree trunks. In Marion County Illinois' rural charm stands an Eastern Bluebird perched proudly atop a Bluebird Crossing sign - an ambassador of hope for conservation efforts. Further south along Texas' coastlines resides the elegant Roseate Spoonbill wading through shallow waters like poetry come alive. Finally, within Marion County's Dogwood Tree blooms sits an American Goldfinch male - its golden plumage harmonizing perfectly with nature's delicate canvas. These avian wonders remind us of Earth’s boundless beauty and diverse ecosystems. Let us cherish these feathered creatures as they navigate our world, inspiring us to protect and preserve the natural wonders that surround us.