A fierce hunter with a striking rusty-red tail, this widespread raptor is a commanding presence as it soars over diverse landscapes across North America. The Red-tailed Hawk is a robust raptor with ...

Poised to strike, this large heron stalks along American waterways in search of fish and other small animals. These widespread waterbirds are among the tallest of North America’s birds. The Great Blue ...

With razor-sharp talons and a powerful build, this fierce raptor rules the treetops of sub-Saharan Africa's forests. The Crowned Eagle is a striking raptor with a dark brown back, black-barred white ...

From extreme speeds to epic migrations, explore the incredible limits of what birds can achieve. Birds have pushed the ...

Look out for this striking game bird with its iridescent plumage and long tail strutting through fields and woodlands. The male Common Pheasant is a spectacular bird. It boasts a vibrant green head, ...

With its haunting "hoot" echoing through moonlit forests, this nocturnal hunter is a master of stealth. The Tawny Owl is a medium-sized owl with a robust build. Its plumage is mottled brown and grey, ...

A stealthy stalker of reeds and marshes, this tall wader brings a splash of royal colour to wetlands worldwide. The Purple Heron is a tall, slender wading bird with distinctive colouration. Its long ...

A beloved garden companion, the Robin redbreast is the UK’s unofficial national bird. These cheerful birds can be seen and heard throughout the year as they forage and nest alongside us. The European ...

The dazzling blue flash darting over rivers and ponds worldwide signals nature's expert fisher at work. The Common Kingfisher is a striking small bird with a vibrant blue upper body and wings that ...

Also known as the Eurasian Griffon, this large short tailed vulture has excellent eyesight and in flight can spot an animal carcass from a distance in excess of five kilometres. The Griffon Vulture is ...

This spectacular pheasant, with its kaleidoscope of colors and extravagant plumage, ranks among the world's most visually striking birds. The male Lady Amherst's Pheasant is a striking bird with ...

With its striking black-and-white plumage and bright red patches, this master drummer is a forest favourite worldwide. The Great Spotted Woodpecker is a striking bird with bold black and white plumage ...