Category: Bird Science
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Do Great Horned Owls Attack Humans?
Great horned owls are undoubtedly one of the most fearsome birds to see, especially at night. Their staring yellow eyes, long ear tufts, large size, and deep hoots are definitely frightening to many. But, are they really dangerous to humans? Here, you will find out how much you should be concerned about the presence of…
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Are Red Peacocks Real? There Are 15 Color Varieties!
Peacocks are not rare birds to see. If you have been to south Asia and had a birding tour or safari adventure, most probably you may have seen a peacock in the wild. Or to the least, you may have seen one in a zoo. I saw many peacocks in Sri Lanka. But all the…
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Are Pink Peacocks Real? [15 Color Varieties Exist-Rare but Real!]
Peacocks are undoubtedly one of the most glamorous birds in the world. I have seen many of them in Sri Lanka. But all peacocks I saw were blue (the Indian peafowl). Even though I heard there are pink peacocks, I was skeptical and did my own research to find the truth. So, if you ask…
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Why Do Bald Eagles Have White Heads?
Bald eagles are one of the most popular birds in North America. They are known for their impressive size, beautiful plumage, and strong beaks. Their majestic appearance and size make them stand out in the bird kingdom. And also, the bald eagle was designated as the national bird of the United States in 1782. The…
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How much weight can an Owl carry? [Don’t underestimate them!]
How much weight can an owl carry? Have you ever thought about it? It is time to figure it out! Not all types of owls are weight lifters. Those who have larger bodies are capable of carrying larger prey. Therefore, it is inevitable that more giant owls like great horned owls, great grey owls, and…
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Can Birds Breathe Underwater? (Explained!)
Birds are capable of doing many things that humans cannot do alone (without a machine). Of cause, flying is the obvious one. Other than that, some nocturnal birds such as Owls can see in the dark. Oilbirds, on the other hand, have advanced ears from which they locate their prey – the phenomenon called echolocation.…
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Can Birds Communicate With Each Other? (Explained!)
When I started birding, each time I heard a bird sound I wondered “are they communicating with each other or just making random sounds?”. I did some research on the topic and this article is all about my findings. So, can birds communicate with each other? Yes, they can. They even do eavesdropping to know…
