Hello, everyone! Did you know that the Eurasian magpie is actually a member of the crow family? In Japan, this bird is primarily found in the Kyushu region. It has such a unique appearance and behavior that the more you learn about it, the more you might fall in love with it! The Eurasian magpie…

Hello everyone! Today, I’d like to share a little bit about the Eurasian Collared-Doves. You may have heard their name before, but did you know that this bird is the official bird of Saitama Prefecture? It’s beloved by the locals here. The Eurasian Collared-Doves measure about 30 cm in length, making them slightly smaller than…

Hello everyone! Today, by popular request, we’re going to talk about the Java Sparrow (Buncho). This adorable little bird is loved by many for its charming appearance. Let’s explore the appeal of the Java Sparrow together! The Java Sparrow is a small bird, measuring about 17 cm in length. Its striking appearance includes a black…

Hello! Today, let’s talk about the Kentish Plover, an incredibly adorable bird. Often seen at beaches and tidal flats, this little bird has a fascinating lifestyle. The Kentish Plover measures 10 to 17.5 cm in length. Its back is a grayish-brown color, while its belly is pure white. A white stripe runs from its forehead…

Hello, everyone! The owner of that voice is actually a very charming bird, the Chinese Bamboo Partridge. Learning about this bird might add a new layer of enjoyment to your nature experiences! The Chinese Bamboo Partridge measures about 27 cm in length. It has a greyish eyebrow-like pattern extending from its head above its eyes,…

Have you ever heard of the Oriental honey-buzzard? This fascinating bird is a member of the hawk family and primarily feeds on bees. Let’s delve into the life and characteristics of this unique bird! The Oriental honey-buzzard measures about 57-61 cm in length, with females being slightly larger than males. Compared to other birds of…

Hello, everyone! Have you heard of the Little Tern? Today, I’d like to talk about this charming summer bird. The Little Tern measures about 24 cm in length, similar to a thrush or a bulbul. In its summer plumage, it features a black head with a white forehead, throat, and belly, while the rest of…

Hello, everyone! Today, let’s dive into some fascinating facts about the Oriental Reed Warbler, a bird that graces the reeds around rivers and lakes with its loud and distinctive “gyo-gyo-shi, gyo-gyo-shi” song during the summer in Japan. The Oriental Reed Warbler is slightly larger than a sparrow, with males measuring 17-19 cm in length and…

Hello everyone! Have you ever heard of the beautiful migratory bird that comes to Japan in the summer, the Dollarbird? It’s actually a very fascinating bird. The Dollarbird is a medium-sized bird, about 30 cm in length. Both males and females have the same coloring. Their head is a dark brown, their tail is black,…

Hello! Today, I’d like to talk about Japan’s smallest owl, the Oriental Scops Owl. This adorable bird has some very interesting characteristics. The Oriental Scops Owl is about 20 cm in length, making it the smallest owl in Japan! It has a camouflage coloration of mixed brown and gray. Its eyes are large and bright…

Hello everyone! Today, I’d like to talk about an interesting bird. Have you ever heard of the “Japanese robin,” one of Japan’s three famed songbirds along with the bush warbler and the blue-and-white flycatcher? This bird is small and absolutely adorable. The Japanese robin is a small bird, about 13.5 to 14 cm in length,…