ello, everyone! In the waters close to us, a slightly unusual visitor appears. Its name is the “Shoveler.” True to its name, this duck, with its wide bill, not only looks a bit different but also has a very unique way of finding food. Shovelers have a body length of about 40 cm, slightly smaller…

Hello, everyone! Have you ever seen a small bird with crest feathers standing up like bedhead? That’s most likely a Coal Tit. Today, I’d like to delve into the charm of the Coal Tit. The Coal Tit is a tiny bird, only about 11cm in body length, making it the smallest of the tit family…

Hello, everyone! If you listen carefully in the forest, you might hear the rhythmic sound of tapping on wood. That could very well be the work of the Great Spotted Woodpecker. The Great Spotted Woodpecker is about the size of a starling, measuring approximately 24cm in length. It sports a vivid coloration of red, white,…

Hello, everyone! As you walk by the water, you may occasionally spot a large grey bird, the Grey Heron. Its still posture resembles a painting. However, this quiet bird holds many charms that are not widely known. The Grey Heron can reach a body length of about 93cm and, when spreading its wings, spans an…

Hello, everyone! While strolling along the coast, you might occasionally notice small shadows fluttering back and forth. Among them, the Dunlin particularly catches the eye. This little bird visits Japan as a migratory or winter bird from September to the following May. Today, let’s take a leisurely walk and introduce some little secrets about the…

Hello, everyone! As you walk down the forest path, you might suddenly hear a beautiful chirping that catches your ear. That might just be the Eurasian Wren. Let’s take a peek into the fascinating world of this bird that greatly surprises us. This bird, the Eurasian Wren, has a small body, measuring only about 11cm…

Hello, everyone! Are you familiar with the Eastern Marsh Harrier, a bird of prey that dances gracefully in nature? The world of this bird offers us many surprises and discoveries. The Eastern Marsh Harrier is sized at about 48cm for males and 58cm for females, with a notable feature being that the females are larger….

Hello, everyone! With the arrival of spring, one of the sights that becomes more common in cities across Japan is the procession of spot-billed ducks and their ducklings. Led by the mother duck, the adorable sight of the ducklings walking in a line is truly endearing! But why do spot-billed ducks “move” in the spring?…

Hello everyone! The long-awaited reopening of the “Torimame” site is here! We apologize for the long wait, but this spring, we begin a new chapter. Along with the warm sunshine, the world of birds always teaches us new discoveries, no matter how small. Why not touch upon the wonders of nature close to us once…

Hello, everyone! Thank you so much for enjoying the days with “Torimame”. We have a little announcement to make. We’ve decided to take a short break until February 29th to prepare more wonderful articles and projects for you. During this time, the site will also undergo a slight makeover. But not to worry! Once this…