#birdinglife

[steven-sandner]

Fractals blended with photography 🍂💫✨

[visitafrica-today]

Africa’s Most Bizarrely Named Birds: A Quirky Guide to Feathered Wonders!

Africa’s birdlife is legendary, but some species stand out—if not for their looks, then for their bizarre names! Ready for an avian adventure? Let’s uncover these quirky characters. 🧵

First up, The Drunken Parrot! - In southern Africa, parrots are infamous for feasting on marula fruit that ferments on the ground. The result? Birds stumbling and squawking like they’ve had one too many! Nature’s comedy at its finest.

The Satanic Nightjar—Its name is as dramatic as its nocturnal habits. This elusive, cryptically feathered bird got its eerie name from its ghostly presence in the night and mysterious calls. Don’t worry—it’s harmless!

The Bare-faced Go-away Bird! - This bird’s name seems like an instruction to leave! The “bare-faced” part is from its featherless patch around the eyes and its unique call that sounds like “go away,” often heard in East Africa’s savannahs mainly in South Africa, Tanzania, Kenya, Namibia, Malawi, Angola, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, and Botswana.

Africa’s Shoebill Stork looks straight out of Jurassic Park. Its name comes from its enormous, shoe-shaped bill. Found in East African swamps, especially in Uganda's Mabamba Swamp. This bird is a must-see for birders!

The Secretary Bird—nothing to do with offices! Its name comes from its quill-like crest that resembles pens tucked behind a secretary’s ear. Plus, it’s a snake-hunting specialist!

Meet the Helmeted Guineafowl—its bony, helmet-like crest makes it look like a soldier of the savannah. This bird is as tough as its name suggests.

Hammerkop—literally translates to “hammerhead” in Afrikaans. Its unique head shape resembles a hammer. These birds build enormous nests—so big they can support a human’s weight!

Consider the Spotted Thick-knee! This nocturnal bird got its name from its large, thick knees (which are actually the bird’s ankle joints!). It’s a ground-dwelling marvel of the savannah.

The Speckled Mousebird—Imagine a bird that looks like a mouse! These small, fluffy birds often climb branches in a rodent-like way, making their name oddly appropriate.

Meet the Red-billed Firefinch! A fiery burst of red in the wild, this bird’s vivid plumage lives up to its blazing name. It’s small, charming, and unmistakably eye-catching.

Imagine a bird skimming across the Nile, its lower beak scooping fish from the water. The African Skimmer is a master of its craft.

Lastly, The African Pygmy Goose! Don’t let the name fool you—it’s a duck, not a goose! This pint-sized beauty loves floating among lily pads.

Nature’s quirks never end! Did we miss a bizarrely named African bird that you love? Let us know in the comments below!

[rimosdesigns]

Vintage Circle Bird Emblem - Blue Bird

An elegant emblem of a stylized bird encased in a circular design with intricate patterns. A celebration of birdwatching and the beauty of nature, ideal for birding enthusiasts and nature lovers.

Visit us at: https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/165420205

#Birding #Birdwatching #NatureArt #BirdLovers #StylizedArt #NatureInspired #WildlifeArt #ElegantDesign #OutdoorLifestyle #BirdingLife #ArtisticDesign #NatureVibes

[kunoevokeexperiences]

Discovering the Majesty of Indian Vultures: A Journey through Kuno Wildlife Sanctuary

Located within the breathtaking expanse of the Kuno Wildlife Sanctuary, the Kuno National Park Resort offers visitors a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of India while experiencing the awe-inspiring presence of its wildlife. As you explore the sanctuary, you may find yourself fortunate enough to witness the magnificent wingspan of the Indian vulture, a symbol of resilience and ecological importance. These majestic scavengers play a vital role in maintaining the delicate balance of the environment, contributing to the health and sustainability of the ecosystem. With its pristine landscapes and diverse array of flora and fauna, Kuno Wildlife Sanctuary provides a sanctuary for both wildlife enthusiasts and conservationists alike. Whether you're embarking on a thrilling safari adventure or simply seeking solace in nature's embrace, Kuno National Park Resort offers an unforgettable journey into the heart of India's natural heritage.

[wildpixar]

Common Chaffinch (Fringilla coelebs)

[thesmaku]

Walking through High Park I was transfixed at the details of the bark of a tree when a white-breasted nuthatch came and landed on a branch right in front of me! He was playful and hopped from branch to branch as if he wanted me to catch his best side. . Fun little guy. Have you seen this bird before? . Nikon Z 7ii with 105mm f/2.8 S lens at f/6.3, 1/1000sec., ISO320 . #nikonambassador #nikonnofilter #nikon_canada #birdsofinstagram #birds #whitebreastednuthatch #highpark #highparktoronto #birdshavingfun #naturephotography #urbannature #birdsonearth #birdscanada #birdingcanada #birder #birdinglife #torontoartists #torontoartist #yourshotphotographer #sharecangeo #weathernetwork (at High Park) https://www.instagram.com/p/CVfpK2XLYCa/?utm_medium=tumblr

[bangkokbong]

Pacific Swallow #wild__wings_ #wildlifephotography #nature #naturephotography #naturelovers #naturelover #naturegeography #nature_perfection #naturelife #nature_of_our_world #natureshooters #natureshots #naturepic #birdsofinstagram #birdingdaily #birding_around #birdinglife #birds_adored (at Singapore) https://www.instagram.com/p/CDsTHDEnIZc/?igshid=1a127jh2rjgje

[mellyhatchet]

Mama Red-bellied Woodpecker #MelanieCranfordPhotography #birdcloseup #birding #birdinginflorida #birding_photography #birdingdaily #birdingphotography #birdinglife #birdlife #woodpeckers #redbelliedwoodpecker #woodpeckersofflorida #wildbirdphotography #birdwatchingphotography #birdwatching #birdwatcher #birdwatchers #iwillshowyoumyworld #mylife https://www.instagram.com/p/B_-DCSvD5PY/?igshid=2b7kanpo2ywc

[shtidsayme-blog]

touring the piedmont and the flat sheets, with our dear friend Robert M. Keisnert, looking for the birds in November 2017, which magnifies the experience. @santamariaboyaca @boyaca_viajera @birdingincolombia @pajareandoando @andopajareando @pajareandoandoec #birds #birdingtours #birding_lounge #birding #birdinginthewild #birdinginnature #birdingphotography #birding_photography #birdingdaily #birdwatchingtours #birdinguk #birdphoto #birdingdaily #backyardbirding #birding_around #thebirdingsquad #birdingvi #birdingcolombia #birdingbr #birdingtrip #birding_ecotours #birdinglife #birdinglife #birding #naturephotography #pajareandoando #pajarearesunachimba #pajareando #pajareandocolombia #pajareandoandoec #pajareandovan #pajareandoaprendo #pajareandoando🇻🇪 #pajareandoandamos #pajareandolavida #observandoaves #observandoavesencolombia #animalovers #loves_bird #lovebirdmania #lover #lovebirdlovers (en Birds Llanuras Orientales) https://www.instagram.com/p/B1Gq6zEAhGo/?igshid=1it6dn9krrgtf

[fotojuanhenao]

Asthenes flammulata. El Canastero Flamulado, o también le dicen El Canastero Multilistado, mundialmente conocido por su nombre en inglés como Many striped Canastero! Frecuente en páramos con arbustos bajos. . . .

Aprendiendo de Birding. 

- Corrí como un bobo tras él, Flaps me decía, espérelo que él se percha, y repetía, espérelo con calma que él se le percha, esperé y se perchó. Yo iba a morir creyendo que iba detrás de una Grallaria, pero No, era un Canastero… 

[hiwalkerphoto]

Touchdown #sanjuanislands #upperleftusa #washingtonwildlife #birdinglife #pigeonguillemot #ourpnw #hiwalkerphoto #discoveryournorthwest

[steven-sandner]

Finding birds pretty interesting at the moment - the fractal and shadow is added 🍂💫✨

[phoneskopebirds]

#Repost @pteradroma ・・・ Great Horned Owl, New York Co. Taken with an iPhone 6s, Phoneskope adapter, and an 85mm Swarovski scope. #greathornedowl #phoneskope #phoneskopebirding #birdnyc #birdinglife #swarovskioptik_nature #birdvideo #naturevideo

[bangkokbong]

Blue Throated Bee Eater . . . #birds #birding #birdsofinstagram #birdlovers #birdwatching #birds_private #birdgang #birds_bees_flowers_n_trees #birdinginnature #birdinglife #singapore #singapore_insta #canonphotography (at Singapore) https://www.instagram.com/p/CCcaDE7HhcW/?igshid=1r3dtjj1k53eb

[bangkokbong]

It is important to stretch before your start your exercise #warmup #warmupstretch . . #naturephotography #naturephoto #naturelover #nature_perfection #natureshot #natureshots #bird #birding_lounge #birdingphotography #birding_photography #birding_around #backyardbirding #birdinginnature #birdinglife #birdsofinstagram #birds_adored #birdstagram #birds_bees_flowers_n_trees #birds_matter #birdwatchers #birdsextreme #birdsofig (at Singapore) https://www.instagram.com/p/CBie3gXH2Cy/?igshid=1xco5kjyyijgv

[bangkokbong]

Is it my butt that’s smelly? #birding #birdingphotography #birding_lounge #birdingdaily #birding_photography #backyardbirding #birding_around #birdinglife . . #birdsofinstagram #birdstagram #birds_illife #birds_bees_flowers_n_trees #birds_perfection #birds_of_ig #birdsphotography #birdsonearth #birdspotting (at Singapore) https://www.instagram.com/p/CBLRvQsHQ2q/?igshid=18ronpwvmagdh