Northern Shoveler (Spatula clypeata)
Introduction The Northern Shoveler (Spatula clypeata) is a medium-sized dabbling duck of the family Anatidae. It is named for its
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American Woodcock (Scolopax minor)
The American Woodcock (Scolopax minor), affectionately known as the “timberdoodle,” is one of North America’s most unique and fascinating shorebirds—though
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Garganey (Spatula querquedula)
Introduction The Garganey (Spatula querquedula) is a small dabbling duck of the family Anatidae. It breeds across much of temperate
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Australian Shelduck (Tadorna tadornoides)
Introduction The Australian Shelduck (Tadorna tadornoides), also known as the Mountain Duck or Chestnut-breasted Shelduck, is a large, goose-like waterfowl
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American Wigeon (Mareca americana)
Introduction The American Wigeon (Mareca americana) is a medium-sized, migratory dabbling duck native to North America. It is recognised by
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American White Pelican (Pelecanus erythrorhynchos)
The American White Pelican (Pelecanus erythrorhynchos) is one of the largest and most majestic birds in North America. With a
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Cape Barren Goose (Cereopsis novaehollandiae)
Introduction The Cape Barren Goose (Cereopsis novaehollandiae) is a large, distinctive goose endemic to southern Australia. It is named after
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American Tree Sparrow (Spizelloides arborea)
The American Tree Sparrow (Spizelloides arborea) is a hardy and endearing small songbird that brings life to the frozen landscapes
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American Three-toed Woodpecker (Picoides dorsalis)
The American Three-toed Woodpecker (Picoides dorsalis) is a quiet, elusive resident of North America’s boreal forests and high mountain conifer
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Radjah Shelduck (Radjah radjah)
Introduction The Radjah Shelduck (Radjah radjah), also known in Australia as the Burdekin Duck, is a distinctive tropical shelduck of
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American Pipit (Anthus rubescens)
The American Pipit (Anthus rubescens) is a slender, inconspicuous songbird that graces the open tundra, alpine meadows, and windswept shorelines
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American Oystercatcher (Haematopus palliatus)
The American Oystercatcher (Haematopus palliatus) is a striking shorebird found along the Atlantic and Gulf coasts of North America, as
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