Birds

The fire-tailed Myzornis

The fire-tailed myzornis (Myzornis pyrrhoura) is a bird species formerly placed in the Old World babbler family (Timaliidae). Its genus Myzornis is monotypic and has recently been placed in...

Rufous Songlark (Cinclorhamphus mathewsi)

The rufous songlark belongs to the family Locustellidae, which includes grass warblers and grassbirds. In August–September, rich but...

Superb Fairy-wren: A Jewel of Nature with Brilliant Blue Feathers

Description: The Superb Fairy-wren “Malurus cyaneus” has a lovely cocked tail, iridescent blue plumage, and boldness in adapting to...

How to Grow Basil Herbs?

How to Grow Basil Herbs "Ocimum Basilicum"? The Basil Herbs are all good for cooking and are handsome...

Eastern Phoebe – Small Passerine Bird

The Eastern Phoebe also called Sayornis phoebe is a tiny passerine bird. This tyrant flycatcher breeds in eastern...

White-browed scrubwren – Discover the Lives of Nature’s Orchestra

Habitats and Behavior: The white-browed scrubwren (Sericornis frontalis) is one of the most widespread, abundant, and familiar small ground-feeding birds, occurring from northern Queensland south...

Tropical Scrubwren: A Graceful Gem of Rainforest

Habitat: The tropical scrubwren (Sericornis beccarii) replaces the large-billed scrubwren (Sericornis magnirostra) in the rainforests and vine scrubs of the Cape York Peninsula and...

The prettiest Variegated Fairywren (Malurus lamberti)

Habitats: Among the fairywrens, the variegated fairywren is the most widespread. This species also occurs in a variety of habitats, making it one of...

Scintillant hummingbird (Selasphorus scintilla)

The scintillant hummingbird (Selasphorus scintilla) is a small bird that belongs to the family Trochilidae. It is native to Central and South America, and...

Scrubtit – Astonishing Shy and Unobtrusive Bird

Family: Scrubtit (Acanthornis magna) belongs to the thornbill family Acanthizidae Habitat: Scrubtits are sedentary birds that live in temperate rainforests. It is found in taller...

Atherton Scrubwren (Sericornis keri)

Family: The Atherton Scrubwren (Sericornis keri) belongs to the family Acanthizidae Habitat: There is now a widespread understanding that a second species of plain brown...

Long-eared Owl Sound

LONG-EARED OWL SOUND / CALL  The males (boomers) make a deep hooting noise. Females (Kleeers) make a trilling, multi-note call. The young (kee-kees) make a...

Grey Goshawk (Accipiter novaehollandiae)

The Grey Goshawk (Accipiter novaehollandiae) is a bold and persistent hunter, flying directly in pursuit of prey. A sudden attack at a speed that...

Origma or Rockwarbler (Origma solitaria)

Family: Origma or Rockwarbler (Origma solitaria) belongs to the family Acanthizidae in the order Passeriformes. Habitat: The Origma is unique among Australian warblers in constructing...

The Rufous Treepie (Dendrocitta vagabunda)

Family: The Rufous Treepie (Dendrocitta vagabunda) belongs to the crow family Corvidae. Range: The bird is native to the Indian Subcontinent and adjoining parts...