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Sand hill Cranes are exceptionally beautiful birds. They are grey with red and black plumage on their heads. They are very protective of their young and at times can be aggressive. The...
When birdwatchers speak of spring warblers, or more commonly, of fall warblers, we're not talking about two different species but rather many species that appear in considerably different plumages...
Shorebirds are among the earliest of fall migrants. Knowing where and when to find them is the key to successful shorebirding.
Pheasants are a game bird present in most of North America. They are a popular game bird in the United States and are not currently an endangered species. They dwell at ground level but are able...
Cardinal is a family of birds found in North and South America. The Northern cardinal (Cardinalidae) is its most common species. The birds are named for the red plumage of the male cardinals.
Purple martins are revered for their beautiful plumage, their aerial acrobatics and their beneficial insect-reducing qualities. Homeowners with a wide open grassy area can erect a purple martin...
Among the many possible models for a painting, the peacock stands out as a superb choice. Its brilliant colors and interesting form make it a natural for artistic use. In today's art world, tattoo...
Medieval feasts were extravaganzas of "Look What We Can Do." Though many of their methods are beyond what we would do in order to surprise and delight our friends, we can still capture...
Dinosaur heads are cool ways of entertaining yourself and children, and it's simple enough to make them pretty much any time you like. Only a few simple items and you're ready for a craft and...
When drawing plumage, it's important to create a realistic shape that's filled with detail. A peacock feather, for example, is vibrant and bright, but also includes different shapes and contours...
The use of feathers as decoration is ages old. Elegant plumes adorned the dwellings of ancient man and continue to be used for whimsical accents in many settings. Whether you chance upon a...
The bird of paradise flower is a striking herbaceous plant that is easily identifiable with its unusual, colorful plumage. It is a popular cut flower and can be ordered from your local florist. It...
The cormorant is a family of birds that live near the shores of lakes and oceans all over the word, except for the central islands of the Pacific. This fishing bird does not have natural oil in...
Most of the types of ducks in South Carolina stop here on their way south for the winter. Some will stay a little longer. The ducks are easy to distinguish by their colors and sizes, but after the...
Finches and sparrows are small, perching songbirds found throughout the world. North American sparrows are members of the Emberezidae family, while finches belong to the Fringillidae family....
Macaws are colorful New World parrots that inhabit a range spanning from Mexico to South America. Macaws are often sold for pets, and illegal trapping and trading of the birds has led to several...
The Japanese rice bird is also known as the Java Sparrow, Java Temple Bird and the Paddy Bird. The rice bird's scientific name is Padda Oryzivora. In most parts of Japan, the bird is seen as a...
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