Bird Species in Focus
Colors, songs, and different habitats make the world of birds especially diverse. In the bird profiles, you can discover different species that I have observed and photographed myself. You will learn more about their special features and appearance.
The profiles cover more than their visible features. They also explain how the birds live and what they eat. You will learn which habitats are important for each species. This gives you a clear and easy overview without having to read complicated scientific texts.
You can go directly to the bird profiles that interest you. Whether you want to learn more about a certain species or simply look at the photos, this section includes many profiles of birds from Europe and Japan. Clear, informative, and visual.
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Common crossbill or Red crossbill (Loxia curvirostra)
Key Facts: The Red Crossbill (Loxia curvirostra) – A Specialist of the Conifer Forests Table of Contents 1. Introduction: The Red Crossbill – Master of Conifer Cones The…
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Eurasian tree sparrow (Passer montanus)
Key Facts: The Eurasian Tree Sparrow (Passer montanus) – A Lively Songbird with a Distinct Appearance Table of Contents 1. Introduction: The Eurasian Tree Sparrow – A Familiar…
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Eurasian skylark (Alauda arvensis)
Key Facts: The Skylark (Alauda arvensis) – A Songbird of the Open Fields Table of Contents 1. Introduction: The Skylark – Master of the Singing Flight The skylark…
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Great reed warbler (Acrocephalus arundinaceus)
Key Facts: The Great Reed Warbler (Acrocephalus arundinaceus) – The Loud Singer of the Reeds Table of Contents 1. Introduction: The Great Reed Warbler – A Distinct Resident…
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Common linnet (Linaria cannabina or Carduelis cannabina)
Key Facts: – Size: 12.5–14 cm – Characteristics: Red breast in males, brown-gray plumage in females – Habitat: Open landscapes, hedgerows, and forest edges – Breeding: Nests in…
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Common snipe (Gallinago gallinago)
Key Facts: The Common Snipe (Gallinago gallinago) – Master of Camouflage Table of Contents 1. Introduction: The Common Snipe – A Hidden Treasure of Wetlands The Common Snipe…
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Eurasian hobby (Falco subbuteo)
Key Facts: The Eurasian Hobby (Falco subbuteo) – A Skilled Aerial Hunter Table of Contents 1. Introduction: The Eurasian Hobby – An Elegant Predator The Eurasian Hobby is…
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White wagtail (Motacilla alba)
Key Facts: The White Wagtail (Motacilla alba) – A Lively Urban Bird Table of Contents 1. Introduction: The White Wagtail – A Common Bird in Town and Nature…
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Common blackbird (Turdus merula)
Key Facts: The Blackbird (Turdus merula) – A Portrait Table of Contents 1. Introduction: The Blackbird – An Icon of Gardens The blackbird is more than just a…
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Western jackdaw (Coloeus monedula)
Key Data Size: 34–39 cm Weight: 220–270 g Diet: Insects, seeds, berries, carrion, and human waste, as well as smaller vertebrates and eggs of other birds. Season: As…