Birds of Our Observations

Let yourself be inspired by our fascinating observations from the past years and discover the diverse world of nature. Here, we regularly present a compilation of our latest discoveries and observations.

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Yellow Wagtail (Motacilla flava)
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Yellow Wagtail (Motacilla flava)

The Yellow Wagtail is a small, colourful songbird known for its bright yellow feathers and lively behaviour. It is commonly found in open meadows and wetlands and is especially noticeable during migration when it gathers in larger groups. Its characteristic tail-wagging movement makes it easy to...

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Sanderling (Calidris alba)
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Sanderling (Calidris alba)

The Sanderling is a small shorebird that lives along coastlines around the world. It is easy to recognize in winter due to its bright white feathers and fast movements along the...

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Red kite (Milvus milvus)
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Red kite (Milvus milvus)

The red kite is one of the most striking birds of prey in Europe, easily recognized by its deeply forked tail. This elegant hunter is often seen gliding over fields and forests, using its sharp...

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Western marsh harrier (Circus aeruginosus)
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Western marsh harrier (Circus aeruginosus)

The marsh harrier is an elegant bird of prey, often seen gliding over wetlands and reed beds. Its wide wings and graceful flight make it easily recognizable. The contrasting colors of the male and the unique hunting behavior set this bird apart in the world of European birds.

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Barn swallow (Hirundo rustica)
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Barn swallow (Hirundo rustica)

The barn swallow is a small, agile songbird known for its elegant flight and long tail streamers. With its shiny black-blue feathers and reddish-brown throat, it is one of the most recognizable swallows in...

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Eurasian golden oriole (Oriolus oriolus)
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Eurasian golden oriole (Oriolus oriolus)

The Golden Oriole is a brightly colored songbird, famous for its clear, flute-like song. While the male stands out with its bright yellow feathers, the bird is often hard to spot because it prefers to stay hidden in the high...

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Red-backed shrike (Lanius collurio)
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Red-backed shrike (Lanius collurio)

The Red-backed Shrike is a medium-sized songbird known for its striking appearance and unique hunting method. It catches small prey and impales it on thorns or sharp branches, storing food for later. This habit makes the bird fascinating to observe in open...

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Nightingale (Luscinia megarhynchos)
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Nightingale (Luscinia megarhynchos)

The nightingale is a small, plain songbird, best known for its powerful and melodic song. Especially in the evenings and at night, its beautiful singing fills forests and gardens. Although the nightingale is not very colorful, its voice makes it one of the most...

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Common Crane (Grus grus)
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Common Crane (Grus grus)

The Common Crane is an impressive bird found across many parts of Europe. It lives in wetlands such as moors, marshes, and wet meadows. Known for its elegant appearance, spectacular courtship dance, and loud, trumpet-like calls, the crane is...

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