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.
If you are looking for a specific bird, you can find it using the search field:
White-bellied green pigeon (Treron sieboldii)
The white-bellied green pigeon (Treron sieboldii), scientifically known as Treron sieboldii, belongs to the pigeon family. The Japanese name "Aobato" is derived from the green coloring of the body and the sound of its call during the breeding season, which sounds like "Ao-Ao." It was previously also referred to as "Yamabato" (Mountain Pigeon). This species of pigeon possesses a number of fascinating
Black paradise flycatcher (Terpsiphone atrocaudata)
The black paradise flycatcher (Terpsiphone atrocaudata), also known as Sankōchō in Japan, is a striking migratory bird from the flycatcher family. It is characterized by a long, distinctive tail, which in males can be up to twice the length of the head-body length.
Pacific reef heron (Egretta sacra)
Pacific reef herons (Egretta sacra) are small herons that inhabit rocky coastlines. They grow up to 63 cm in length, with a wingspan ranging from 90 to 110 cm, and weigh around 400 grams. There are two color morphs: white and dark gray. Both morphs have yellow-green bills and legs.
Blue rock thrush (Monticola solitarius)
The Blue rock thrush, also known as Monticola solitarius, is a fascinating bird belonging to the order of passerines. With a length of about 20 centimeters, it is slightly smaller than the Starling, but its striking coloration and elusive behavior make it an interesting sight.
Mandarin duck (Aix galericulata)
The mandarin duck (Aix galericulata) belongs to the family of waterfowl (Anatidae) and the genus Aix. Originally from East Asia, there are also feral park populations in Europe that have arisen from escaped captive birds. While the duck species has been highly popular as ornamental poultry for centuries, populations in its original range are declining, and
Long-tailed tit (Aegithalos caudatus)
The Long-tailed Tit (Aegithalos caudatus) is a small passerine bird from the family of long-tailed tits (Aegithalidae), named after its long tail, which allows it to balance precisely while searching for food on fine branches. It prefers light forests, forest edges, and parks with dense undergrowth as
Brown-eared bulbul (Hypsipetes amaurotis)
The Orphean Bulbul (Hypsipetes amaurotis) is native to East Asia. It is extremely common within the northern part of its range and can be found from southern Sakhalin to the northern Philippines. Measuring about 28 cm in length, Orphean Bulbuls are gray-brown with brown cheeks and a long tail. Although they prefer wooded areas, they easily adapt to urban and rural environments, and their loud, squeaky calls are familiar in most areas of Japan.
Daurian redstart (Phoenicurus auroreus)
The Daurian redstart (Phoenicurus auroreus) is a small pas serine bird found in temperate Asia, known as "Jōbitaki" in Japan. The species was first described by Peter Simon Pallas in 1776. The Daurian redstart is approximately 14 to 15 cm long and weighs between 11 and 20 g. Like all redstarts, there is a strong sexual dimorphism. Males have a gray crown and neck with a light forehead
Ural Owl (japonica)
The Japanese Ural Owl (Strix uralensis japonica) is a subspecies of the Ural Owl and belongs to the family of owls, also known as EZO Owl. It is native to Japan and mainly inhabits mountain forests and deciduous forests at elevations of 500 to 2,500 meters. The Japanese owl species is a medium-sized owl with a body length of about 50 to 60 centimeters and
Whooper swan (Cygnus cygnus)
The Whooper swan (Cygnus cygnus) is a large waterbird species, with a wingspan of up to 2 meters and can weigh up to 12 kilograms. They have a long, slim neck and a graceful figure accentuated by their white plumage. Their bill and legs are black, and the base of the bill is yellow. They mainly breed in the Eastern European and Siberian taiga, but can also be observed in Central Europe
Black-eared Kite (Milvus migrans lineatus) Japan
The Black-eared Kite (Milvus migrans lineatus) is a subspecies of the Black Kite (Milvus migrans) that is found in various regions of Asia.
The Black-eared Kite is a medium-sized bird of prey, measuring about 45–55 centimeters in length with a wingspan of up to 150 centimeters. The distinguishing feature of this subspecies is the black patch of feathers on the sides of the head, located behind the eyes, which gives it its name. Its
Warbling white-eye (Zosterops japonicus)
The Japanese White-eye (Zosterops japonicus) is a small, round bird that grows to be about 10 to 11 centimeters in size and weighs between 7 and 11 grams. It has a green or gray-green back and a white underside. The breast is pale gray, and the tail is short and slightly forked. The bird has a distinctive white eye-ring around its eye,
Chinese spot-billed duck (Anas zonorhyncha)
The Chinese Spot-Billed Duck, also known as Eastern Spot-Billed Duck or Spot-Billed Duck (Anas zonorhyncha), is a bird species from the family of ducks. It is native to large parts of East Asia, from southern Siberia and Mongolia to China, Korea, and Japan. It has a robust, medium-sized body and reaches
Varied tit (Sittiparus varius)
The Varied Tit, also known as the Japanese Tit or Persian Tit, is a songbird species belonging to the family Paridae. It measures approximately 12 cm in length and weighs between 10-14 g. It is distinctively colored, with a black head and
Large-billed crow (Corvus macrorhynchos)
The Large-billed Crow (Corvus macrorhynchos) is a species of crow that is native to wide areas of South and Southeast Asia. As the name suggests, the Large-billed Crow has a conspicuously strong and massive beak that appears larger than other species of crows. The Large-billed Crow has a long black beak, with the upper part noticeably curved in males. The eyes have a dark brown
Red-crowned crane (Grus japonensis)
The red-crowned crane (Grus japonensis) is a large species of crane belonging to the family Gruidae. It is also known as the Manchurian crane. This crane is native to East Asia, found in Russia, China, North Korea, South Korea, and Japan. Its body length is approximately 150 cm, and it can have a wingspan of up to 250 cm.
Blakiston's fish owl (Bubo blakistoni)
The Blakiston's fish owl, also known as Bubo blakistoni, is one of the world's largest owl species. This impressive owl is capable of catching fish and is specialized for living in aquatic environments.