Fun FactsHello everyone! Have you ever seen a pure white animal? Many of you might have been captivated by their beautiful appearance. Today, let’s delve into the charm of such birds known for their whiteness, “Albinos” and “Leucistic variants.” “Albinos” are birds that genetically cannot produce melanin pigment, leading to snow-white feathers and glowing red eyes….
Fun FactsHello everyone! Have you ever noticed how the colors of a bird’s feathers can change depending on the viewing angle? This fascinating phenomenon is known as “structural color” – it’s like a little magic trick of light! Structural color occurs when tiny patterns and structures on or within the feathers interact with light, reflecting specific…
Fun FactsHello, everyone! If you spot an orange head, it might just be a Cattle Egret. Let’s talk about the charm of the Cattle Egret! Cattle Egrets are relatively petite among the herons, with a body length of about 46-56 cm. In summer, their feathers from the head to the body turn a beautiful orange color,…
Fun FactsHello! Have you ever heard of the Tufted Puffin? It inhabits vast marine areas from the United States to Japan and Russia. The Tufted Puffin has a body length of about 39cm. Its entire body is jet black, with red feet that look as though it’s wearing red boots. In summer, its face and forehead…
Fun FactsHello everyone! As spring deepens, among the birds returning from the far south to Japan, the Grey-faced Buzzard stands out particularly. Their return tells us that nature has started a new cycle with the arrival of spring. The Grey-faced Buzzard is a medium-sized hawk with a body length of 47-51cm, slightly larger than a pigeon…
Fun FactsHello, everyone! Are you familiar with the bird that carries a black crescent moon? Today, I will introduce you to the Grey-headed Lapwing! The Grey-headed Lapwing has a body length of about 35cm. It has reddish-orange eyes, surrounded by a yellow eyering, making a striking impression. The head to the upper chest is blue-grey, the…
Fun FactsHello everyone! Under the warm sunshine of spring, if you look up into the sky, you might see a small shadow soaring higher and higher. That’s the Skylark, a bird that heralds the arrival of spring. There are still many stories unknown about this little bird. Today, let’s delve into the world of the Skylark….
Fun FactsHello, everyone! In the early morning, amidst the silence before fully waking up, you might hear a distinctive “De-de-poppo” sound. This is our friendly neighborhood bird, the Oriental turtle dove. Allow me to share a bit about this bird. The Oriental turtle dove has a body length of about 33cm. True to its name, it…
Fun FactsHello everyone! You’re probably familiar with the starlings you often see in the city. But did you know that this seemingly plain bird actually has many relatives? Let’s shine a spotlight on these starlings! Chestnut-cheeked Starling: A Visitor of the Northern Summer The Chestnut-cheeked Starling is a bit smaller than the common starling, with a…
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Fun FactsHello, everyone! Today, I’m going to talk about a modest little bird living quietly beside us, warming our hearts – the Meadow Bunting. Their singing brings us peaceful moments. The Meadow Bunting is about 17cm in length, similar in size to a sparrow but appears slightly larger due to its longer tail feathers. A distinctive…
Fun FactsHello, everyone! Today, let’s talk about the majestic bird, the Golden Eagle, which lives in the high latitude regions of the Northern Hemisphere and is also beloved in Japan. The Golden Eagle is a large bird of prey, with a body length of 75 to 95 cm. It is characterized by its dark brown or…
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