Revealing the Mystery of the Understorey: The Fascinating Revelation of the Shimmering Silver Beak!

In the outskirts of suburban areas and forest fringes, it is common to catch a glimpse of the elusive Silver-beaked Tanagers. They tend to appear briefly before retreating nervously back into the undergrowth. Meet the silver-beaked tanager, a charming …

Basking in the Beauty of Gould’s Sunbird (Aethopyga gouldiae): A Gem in the Bountiful Wilds of Southeast Asia.

The male of this species is a bright scarlet color with a blue tail and yellow underparts, resembling a precious jewel. Meanwhile, the female has less vibrant colors with olive upperparts, yellow underparts, and a grayish head. It’s worth noting that …

Exploring the Tiny Marvel: Meet the Smallest Bird in the World, Adorned with Shimmering Reds and Turquoise Glitters

Let’s just say he’s not the brightest bulb in the box, but with his shimmering red head and turquoise upper body, he’s definitely hard to miss. This little guy is known as the Bee hummingbird, and holds the title for the world’s smallest bird. The Mellisuga …

The Magnificent Great Blue Turaco: A Precious Gem of West African Rainforests

The unique and captivating appearance of the Great Blue Turaco sparks concerns about its preservation and value as a bird species in the rainforests of West Africa. The West African rainforests are home to a unique and striking bird species known as the …

An Enchanting Experience for Avian Enthusiasts – Discover the Allure and Splendor of the Cherished White-Cheeked Barbet.

The White-cheeked Barbet, scientifically known as Megalaima viridis, is a captivating creature that captivates nature enthusiasts with its vibrant feathers and impressive appearance. This particular bird is predominantly found in the tropical regions …

Revealing a Stunning Chest Ornament: The Mesmerizing Rainbow Necklace

The Bokmakierie is easily recognizable by the unique chest band that curves from his chest to the base of his beak, creating an attractive necklace. The bokmakierie, scientifically known as Telophorus zeylonus, is a type of bushshrike bird that boasts …

6 Unexpected Ways Birds Are Important for the Environment (and People)

Birds improve our quality of life. Watching them flit around a backyard feeder or hop through the grass can be an entertaining diversion, a mood booster, and a window into animal behavior. Observing our avian counterparts offers connection to nature and …

Orioles: The Dream Weavers Are Coming Soon

They arrive mid March. Their hanging pouch-like nests are woven with thousands of stitches and knots, all tied just with the beak,. These masterpieces are the creations of our local  Bullock’s  and  Hooded Orioles , using plant fibers, grasses, vines …

3 Reasons You Should Start Birdwatching

What’s so great about birdwatching? It seems like all the kids are doing it these days, so there must be something to it. I’m joking a little here, because in reality not that many youngsters are into birdwatching. But this seems to be changing and I …

Disneyland cast members share stories of Kobe Bryant in backstage encounters

Kobe Bryant and his wife Vanessa at Disneyland with their daughters Natalia and Gianna in 2010 to celebrate the Lakers’ NBA championship at Disneyland arrow_forward_ios Read more Kobe Bryant and his wife Vanessa at Disneyland with their daughters Natalia …