Eagles are large birds of prey. They belong to the Accipitridae family and they also belong to several genera, which are not really closely related to each other. Eagles have long been considered to be the “kings” of birds, which is largely due to their strength, agility, natural ferocity and elevation of flight. Take a…
23 Weird And Bizarre Facts About Dunlins
Dunlins are small waders. They’re sometimes separated with other “stints” in the Erolia family of birds. Their name comes from a dialect for of “dunling,” which was first recorded in 1531 and 1532. Take a look below for 23 more weird and bizarre facts about dunlins. 1. Their genus name comes from the Ancient Greek…
27 Interesting And Bizarre Facts About Doves
Doves and pigeons make up the Columbidae family within the Columbiformes order. There are 310 different species of doves. Doves and pigeons are the most common type of bird in the world. Take a look below for 27 more interesting and bizarre facts about doves. 1. With the exception of the Sahara Desert and Antarctica,…
26 Weird And Awesome Facts About Curlews
Curlews are North America’s biggest shorebird. The Long-billed curlew actually breeds in the grasslands of the Great Plains and the Great Basin. Take a look below to find 26 more weird and awesome facts about curlews. 1. Male and female curlews incubate the eggs. Both are also very aggressive in defending their nests and their…
24 Fun And Interesting Facts About Crows
Crows are some of the most intelligent birds. They have the highest brain to body ratio of any bird and it explains their incredible ability to learn new things. Take a look below for 24 more fun and interesting facts about crows. 1. Crows have a very developed forebrain, which is where most intelligence is…
27 Fun And Exciting Facts About Cranes
Cranes are big birds with a long neck and legs, a streamlined body and long, rounded, wings. Cranes can be found all over the world, except South America and Antarctica. There are 15 different crane species in 4 genera. Take a look below to find 27 more fun and exciting facts about cranes. 1. Cranes…
25 Fun And Interesting Facts About Cormorants
Cormorants are a species of aquatic birds, sometimes known as “shags.” They belong to the Phalacrocoracidae family of birds. For birds, cormorants are pretty regular in their size, weighing in at around 0.77 and 11.02 pounds and having wingspans between 18 and 39 inches. Take a look below for 25 more fun and interesting facts…
40 Bizarre And Interesting Facts About Birds
We see birds every single day, yet the average person doesn’t know much about them. This is why we have created this list of 40 bizarre and interesting facts about birds. Use this list to learn about these majestic creatures. 1. About two thirds of all bird species are found in tropical rain forests. 2….