Blue-colored birds are one of the prettiest and most elegant in the world.  Their plumage is associated with the sky and their elegance and charm can’t be denied. And some of those charming birds can grow to impressive sizes. Examples of big blue birds include the great blue turaco, tricolored heron, reddish egret, hyacinth macaw,…

Green and yellow are attention-grabbing colors associated with nature and the sun and symbolize harmony, joy, optimism, and growth.  That’s why birds that have green and yellow plumage have always been very popular.  Examples of green and yellow birds include the lesser goldfinch, budgerigar, golden conure, Wilson’s warbler, yellow-naped amazon, green jay, and many others. …

Living in Florida and saw some pink birds but are not sure which ones they were?  Florida is known for its wildlife, and according to the Florida Ornithological Society Records Committee (FOSRC), there are over 500 species of birds there.  Examples of pink birds in Florida include the American flamingo, roseate spoonbill, scarlet ibis, purple…

Living in Michigan and heard some birds but are not sure which ones they were?  Michigan is known for its wildlife, and according to the Michigan Bird Records Committee (MBRC), there are over 450 species of birds there.  Examples of songbirds in Michigan include the American robin, purple martin, tufted titmouse, American goldfinch, yellow warbler,…

Blue and green are attention-grabbing colors associated with the sky and nature and symbolize freedom, calmness, and peace.  That’s why birds that have blue and green plumage have always been very popular.  Examples of blue and green birds include the green jay, green-headed tanager, Nicobar pigeon, American purple gallinule, blue-headed parrot, and many others.  Some…

Blue and red are attention-grabbing colors associated with the sky and love and symbolize freedom, passion, and energy. That’s why birds that have blue and red plumage have always been very popular.  Examples of blue and red birds include the painted bunting, crimson rosella, scarlet macaw, red-and-blue lory, firethroat, eastern bluebird, and many others.  Some…

Living in Western Washington and saw some birds but are not sure which ones they were?  Washington is known for its wildlife and according to the Washington Bird Records Committee (WBRC), there are over 520 species of birds in the state!  Examples of birds of Western Washington include the tree swallow, house finch, American goldfinch,…

Blue and orange are attention-grabbing colors associated with the sky and the sun and symbolize freedom, joy, and creativity. That’s why birds that have blue and orange plumage have always been very popular. Examples of blue and orange birds include the eastern bluebird, western bluebird, blue grosbeak, lazuli bunting, malachite kingfisher, orange-bellied flowerpecker, and many…

Blue is an attention-grabbing color associated with the sky and symbolizes freedom, intuition, inspiration, and sensitivity.  That’s why seeing a bird that is blue can instantly brighten your day. The list of such birds, especially the small ones, is extensive. Examples of small blue birds include the eastern bluebird, blue grosbeak, cerulean warbler, indigo bunting,…

Birds with black-colored plumage are one of the prettiest and most elegant in the world.  Some might consider them to be a bad omen, but their charm and elegance can’t be denied. Examples of small black birds include the common grackle, Brewer’s blackbird, lark bunting, pied bush chat, ring ouzel, common starling, and many others. …

Black-colored birds are one of the prettiest and most elegant in the world.  Despite some considering them to be a bad omen, their elegance and charm can’t be denied. And some of those charming birds can grow to impressive sizes. Examples of big black birds include the Californian condor, Andean condor, anhinga, double-crested cormorant, black…

Living in Eastern Tennessee and saw some birds but are not sure which ones they were?  Tennessee is known for its wildlife and according to the Tennessee Bird Records Committee (TBRC), there are over 420 species of birds in the state! Examples of birds of East Tennessee include the northern mockingbird, indigo bunting, blue jay,…