#Species

Birds • March 12, 2022

8 Different Types of Swans

Swans are some of the most giant flying birds and the most prominent living members of the Anatidae family. They are part of the Anatidae family of birds and the Cygnus genus of birds. Geese and ducks are the closest cousins of swans, but they are not the same bird species. Geese and ducks are […]

Abiodun Adegbenro • July 14, 2024

Birds • February 26, 2022

Burrowing Owl: Profile and Information

The burrowing owl is a tiny, long-limbed owl that can be found across the open terrain of North and South America. They can be seen in grasslands, deserts, agricultural areas, rangelands, or any other available dry region with low vegetation.  They dwell in caves similar to those dug up by prairie dogs.  Unlike most owls, […]

Oluwafemi Peter • July 9, 2024

Birds • June 25, 2021

8 Largest Eagles in the World

The family of giant and large birds, Accipitridae, has a common name, Eagle. Eagles have various groups of genera that connect. However, most of the breeds of eagles hail from Africa and Eurasia. Only 14 species are discovered outside this space -2 in North America, 9 in Central and South America, and 3 in Australia. This article […]

Abiodun Adegbenro • June 30, 2024

Birds • March 3, 2021

Merlin (Bird): Profile and Information

Merlin, which has the scientific name Falco Columbarius, is another falcon species from the Northern Hemisphere. It has countless subspecies across Eurasia and North America, and they are usually small in number. Merlin is a raptor once known conversationally in North America as a pigeon hawk. Its breeding zone is in the Northern Holarctic; some […]

Kingsley Felix • June 30, 2024

Birds • March 1, 2021

Northern Goshawk: Profile and Information

Known scientifically as Accipiter gentilis, the Northern Goshawk is an average-sized bird of prey belonging to the family Accipitridae, including other birds of prey such as buzzards, harriers, and eagles. The Goshawk, which belongs to the genus Accipiter, is regarded as a “true hawk.” Accipiter is a Latin name for “haw,” derived from accipere, meaning […]

Kingsley Felix • June 30, 2024

Birds • February 23, 2021

Gyrfalcon: Profile and Information

Gyrfalcons are truly remarkable birds, known to be the largest and one of the most powerful falcons in the world. These magnificent creatures are mainly found in the High Arctic, from the cold and lonely coasts to vast expanses of tundra. There, they effortlessly reign the skies, showcasing their striking speed and agility as they […]

Kingsley Felix • June 30, 2024

Birds • February 2, 2021

Cockatoo: Profile and Information

Cockatoo might be unfamiliar to you, but you will be thrilled that this beautiful bird falls under 21 parrot species with the scientific name Cacatuidae. They form the order Psittaciformes, in addition to the main order Psittacoidea, which are known as the true parrots. Cockatoos can be recognized by their distinctive bills, which are crested […]

Kingsley Felix • June 30, 2024

Birds • January 2, 2021

Frigatebird: Profile and Information

Frigatebirds are also referred to as “frigatebird,” “frigate-bird,” “frigate,” or “frigate-petrel.” These birds are from a family of seabirds called Fregatidae, located throughout all tropical and subtropical oceans. These five extant species are classified in a single genus, Fregata. The frigatebirds are capable of soaring for weeks on wind currents. They spend most of the […]

Oluwafemi Michael • June 28, 2024

Birds • January 2, 2021

Rock Dove (Pigeons): Profile and Information

Rock doves are also called rock pigeons or common pigeons. They are generally referred to as “pigeons.” The wild rock doves are whitish-grey with two black bars on each wing. There are a few physical differences between males and females. The rock doves are usually monogamous, with a pair of offspring for each brood. Both […]

Oluwafemi Michael • June 28, 2024

Birds • January 2, 2021

Eurasian Hobby: Profile and Information

The Eurasian hobby can be referred to as a hobby. Its scientific name is Falco Subbuteo, a minuscule and slim falcon. It is a member of a rather closely bonded group of similar falcons often regarded as a subgenus, Hypotriorchis. Falco, the genus name, is derived from the Late Latin “falx” or “falcis,” which translates […]

Oluwafemi Michael • June 28, 2024