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Spotted Bowerbird (Chlamydera maculate)

The spotted bowerbird (Chlamydera maculata) is a sedentary passerine found across much of eastern Australia's drier habitats. Despite the local abundance, it is believed...

Yellow-throated Sparrow (Gymnoris xanthocollis)

Family: The yellow-throated sparrow (Gymnoris xanthocollis) is a member of the family Passeridae Size: The size is about 16 cm and has a mass of...

Nutmeg Mannikin (Lonchura punctulata)

The Nutmeg Mannikin (Lonchura punctulata) is a bird commonly seen along the east coast of Australia today. Among its favorite habitats are long grasses...

Quiabentia (Britton & Rose 1923)

Within the genus Quiabentia, there are two species: one found in Brazil and the other in Bolivia, Paraguay, and Argentina. There was early and lingering...

The White Palace of Marghazar Swat Valley

Description The White Palace of Marghazar (Sufaid Mahal) was built in 1940 by the first king of Swat, Miangul Abdul Wadud, in the small town...

Yellow Thornbill – The Fascinating Wonders of Woodlands and Their Inhabitants

Family: Yellow Thornbill (Acanthiza nana) is a member of the family Acanthizidae in the order Passeriformes. Identification: Both adult sexes are similar. The upper parts...