This owl gets its name from the brown, bar-like streaks running up and down its chest. It is often very active right before dark, searching for food in the swamps, river bottoms, and forests where it lives. It is a state and federally protected...
The cassowary is a large flightless bird that can be found in the rainforests of New Guinea and Australia. This bird has powerfully built legs, stands over 5 feet tall and is well known for having a fierce attitude. On top of its head this bird has...
The Cooper's Hawk is a medium size bird of prey that can be spotted in forests, meadows and even suburban areas. This hawk is especially agile and built for fast flight through an obstacle course of trees and limbs to get to its prey. The Cooper's...
The Ruffed Grouse is a chicken-like bird that is found in the northern sections of the North America. It is primarily brown with striped tail plumage and black markings (called “ruffs”) along its neck. This color pattern makes this bird...
This small bird fits into the finch family. The male of the species is a deep blue all over, and the female has brown mixed with the blue. During autumn the male becomes somewhat brown. This little bird can be found in most states of the U.S. and...
The Blue and Gold Macaw is a parrot that has feathers that are a bright blue-green color with a yellow (or gold) colored chest. In the wild these birds are commonly found throughout Mexico, as well as Central America, and the northern parts of...
The hyacinth macaw is native to rainforest regions of Bolivia, Brazil, and perhaps parts of Paraguay. This bird is the largest of the parrot species, and feeds on fruits, seeds and nuts. Its massive beak can crack open even the hardest shells. This...
The Hermit Thrush is a small reddish brown bird that makes its home in woodlands and low-lying forests. This bird is widespread in North America and is well known for its clear, bell-like song.
