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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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...
Northern shoveler (Spatula clypeata)
The Northern Shoveler is a medium-sized waterfowl, easily recognized by its spoon-shaped bill. This special bill is not just a striking feature but also perfectly suited to its feeding habits. The Northern Shoveler lives in shallow lakes and wetlands, where it...
Eurasian nuthatch(Sitta europaea)
The nuthatches are a genus of passerine birds in the family Sittidae, with around 28 species found in Europe, Asia, and North America. The male nominate subspecies, S. e. europaea, has a length of 14 cm (5.5 in) and a wingspan of 22.5–27 cm (8.9–10.6 in). It weighs between 17–28 g (0.6–1 oz). Its upperparts are blue-grey, it has a black eye-stripe, and its throat and underparts are whitish. The flanks and lower belly are orange-red, with white spots on the undertail. Its bill is dark grey, and it has a paler area on the base of the lower mandible. Its iris is dark brown, and its legs and feet are pale brown or greyish. Most other members of the S. e. europaea group differ only