Scientific Classification Domain: Eukaryota Kingdom: Animalia Phylum: Chordata Class: Aves Order: Galliformes Family: Phasianidae Genus: Lophura Species: L. inornata Salvadori’s pheasant Overview Salvadori’s pheasant is a species of bird that is native to the mountains of Taiwan. It is known for its striking appearance, with males having colorful plumage that includes shades of blue, green,…
Scientific Classification Domain: Eukaryota Kingdom: Animalia Phylum: Chordata Class: Aves Order: Gruiformes Family: Rallidae Genus: Amaurornis Species: A. magnirostris Talaud bush-hen Overview The Talaud bush-hen is a small, flightless bird found in the Talaud Islands of Indonesia. It is known for its distinctive black and white plumage, with a red bill and legs. These birds…
Scientific Classification Domain: Eukaryota Kingdom: Animalia Phylum: Chordata Class: Aves Order: Passeriformes Family: Ploceidae Genus: Ploceus Species: P. nicolli Usambara weaver Overview The Usambara weaver is a small bird species found in the forests and woodlands of East Africa, particularly in the Usambara Mountains of Tanzania. These birds are known for their intricate and elaborate…
Scientific Classification Domain: Eukaryota Kingdom: Animalia Phylum: Chordata Class: Aves Order: Piciformes Family: Picidae Genus: Melanerpes Species: M. aurifrons Velasquez’s woodpecker Overview Velasquez’s woodpecker is a small bird endemic to the Sierra Madre Occidental mountain range in Mexico. It is known for its striking black and white plumage, with a bright red crown on the…
Scientific Classification Domain: Eukaryota Kingdom: Animalia Phylum: Chordata Class: Aves Order: Passeriformes Family: Eulacestomatidae Schodde & Christidis, 2014 Genus: Eulacestoma De Vis, 1894 Species: E. nigropectus Wattled ploughbill Overview The Wattled Ploughbill is a small, unique bird native to Australia. It is known for its distinctive appearance, with a bright yellow wattle hanging from its…
Scientific Classification Domain: Eukaryota Kingdom: Animalia Phylum: Chordata Class: Aves Order: Passeriformes Family: Paridae Genus: Pardaliparus Species: P. venustulus Yellow-bellied tit Overview The Yellow-bellied tit is a small bird found in the forests of Asia, particularly in China, Japan, and Russia. It has a distinctive yellow underside and grayish-brown back with black markings on its…
Scientific Classification Domain: Eukaryota Kingdom: Animalia Phylum: Chordata Class: Aves Order: Strigiformes Family: Strigidae Genus: Glaucidium Species: G. albertinum Albertine owlet Overview The Albertine owlet is a small bird species found in the forests of Africa, specifically in the Albertine Rift region. They have distinctive features such as a round head, large eyes, and a…
Scientific Classification Domain: Eukaryota Kingdom: Animalia Phylum: Chordata Class: Aves Order: Passeriformes Infraorder: Passerides Family: Petroicidae Genus: Devioeca Mathews, 1925 Species: D. papuana Canary flyrobin Overview The Canary flyrobin is a small, colorful bird found in the Canary Islands. It is known for its vibrant yellow and black plumage, with a distinctive white spot on…
Scientific Classification Domain: Eukaryota Kingdom: Animalia Phylum: Chordata Class: Aves Order: Passeriformes Family: Passeridae Genus: Passer Species: P. moabiticus Dead Sea sparrow Overview The Dead Sea sparrow is a small bird species found in the Middle East, particularly around the Dead Sea region. It is known for its unique adaptation to the harsh desert environment,…