TorimameHello, everyone! Thanks to all of you, Torimame is celebrating its 2nd anniversary! And now, we’re going to try a slightly new way of flying.Starting next week, we’ll be updating twice a week—every Tuesday and Thursday!We’ll bring you bird-related topics and bite-sized trivia that you’ll want to share with someone. We look forward to your…
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! 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! 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…
Fun FactsThe Toco Toucan: A Gem of the Amazon! #Torimame #wildbird
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…
Fun FactsHello, everyone! Today, I have a little topic to share with you. It’s about the Harlequin duck, which reminds us of the beautiful sky at dawn. The Harlequin duck has a body length of 38 to 46 cm. During the breeding season, the male Harlequin duck wears a plumage of dark blue or blue-black, accented…
Fun FactsHello! Have you ever encountered a vividly green bird in urban parks or residential areas? This bird hails from distant lands and is known as the Rose-ringed Parakeet. But why has this parakeet adapted to urban life? Today, let’s talk about this somewhat mysterious visitor. With a body length of about 40 cm, it is…
Fun FactsHello! What image comes to mind when you hear “Crested Ibis”? This bird, once feared to be extinct, has made a miraculous comeback through human efforts! The story of the Crested Ibis is like something out of a movie. Let’s take a closer look at the Crested Ibis! The Crested Ibis is a large bird,…
Fun FactsHello, everyone! Swallows have already been spotted in Japan, haven’t they? Seeing swallows fluttering in the spring sky excites us that the end of winter and warm days are starting. But, there are many secrets about these adorable swallows that are surprisingly unknown. Swallows are migratory birds, with about 80 species worldwide. Five species visit…
Fun FactsHello, everyone! You might not be familiar with the name “Japanese Sparrowhawk.” This bird, known as the smallest hawk in Japan, is famous for its bold nature, which is surprising given its size. Today, I’ll share some interesting facts about the Japanese Sparrowhawk. The Japanese sparrowhawk has a body length of 27cm for males and…
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