Colibri cyanotus The Lesser Violetear is a medium-size hummingbird that lives throughout the forests of South & Central America including Nicaragua, Venezuela, Columbia, Ecuador, Peru and Bolivia. They can also be found at feeders and gardens. This hummingbird has a beautiful sparkly green feathers with patches of blue and purple cheek patches. The Lesser Violetear primarily feeds on nectar and small insects. The lesser violetear has been recorded as [...]

Cyanocitta cristata The blue jay is a passerine bird in the family Corvidae, native to eastern North America. The blue jay can be beneficial to other bird species, as it may chase predatory birds such as hawks away. It has also been known to sound an alarm call when hawks or other dangers are near, and smaller birds often recognize this call and hide themselves away accordingly. Blue jays, [...]

Tachycineta thalassina The Violet-Green Swallow is a relatively small Northwest American bird. Mature males have a white face and green upperparts and a purple rump. Females and juvenile birds are duller on the upperparts, sometimes just gray. They are common in a variety of open habitats, often foraging over meadows or ponds. They can be seen in large flocks, sometimes mixed with other species of swallow. The distinct body shape [...]

Sturnus vulgaris The European Starling is a beautiful bird found primarily in Europe and North America. A small number of these birds were originally released in New York in 1890. Since then, they have become a common sighting in the United States. Averaging 8½ inches in lengths, they are a medium-sized bird and feature showy plumage. European Starlings are frequently found in large flocks in both rural and urban areas. [...]

Tangara chilensis The Paradise Tanager is a vibrantly colored bird that resides in the tropical forests of South America, particularly in countries like Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. Known for its beautiful appearance, this species has a plethora of colors, including deep blue, vibrant green, and sometimes red. The combination of these hues creates a captivating site for birdwatchers. Known for its social nature, the Paradise Tanager often forms [...]