Amazing facts about beautiful rare birds of the world.
Hey Everyone,
There is so much in the world that is interesting but we are unaware of it.
So I will be publishing the blogs on different beautiful creatures of the world which are now rare but the facts about them are really amazing.
Birds are among the most beautiful and bizarre creatures on Earth.
Below are the interesting facts about some rarest birds in the world :
1. Kakapo , Lifespan 95 years
One should know : Kakapo bird is the only parrot that cannot fly.
Interesting Facts : It is also known as owl parrot as its face is shaped like an owl. It is one of the heaviest and possibly longest-living birds. A full grown kakapo weighs up to four kg. They have small eyes and a well-developed sense of smell that helps them to track down their favorite plants for food.
The kakapo, also called owl parrot, is a species of large, flightless, ground-dwelling parrot of the super-family Strigopoidea, endemic to New Zealand.
They’re nocturnal. Kakapos roost in trees or on the ground during the day and only become active at night, just as owls.
Why rare ? : The kakapo has been in decline ever since the Maori made their way of the island of New Zealand. The Maori found that the flightless parrots were easy to catch and made good meals. The dogs and rats thought the same and consumed the helpless birds and their eggs in large numbers.(Sad and cruel reality).
2.Philippine Eagle , Lifespan:30–60 years.
One should know : The Southeastern Asian declared Philippine eagle as its national bird and protects this critically-endangered species at all costs, punishing those who are found guilty of killing it with 12 years of imprisonment or with high fines.
Interesting Facts : The giant forest raptor is not only considered as rare and powerful but also recognised for its length. It can grow up to 3 feet and its wingspan can extend up to 7 feet. Average measurements among male and female Philippine eagles suggest the female Philippine eagle can be 10% bigger than its male counterpart. In terms of length, it’s considered as the largest surviving eagle in the world.
This eagle is known to be the largest eagle in wing surface and length.The Philippine eagle is a bird of prey that can be found only in the Philippines.
Earlier beliefs suggested that the Philippine eagle was also known as the monkey-eating eagle because it preyed on monkeys. However, contrary to popular belief, the Philippine eagle does not eat monkeys.
The Philippine eagle was named as the country’s national bird in 1995. Proclamation №615, signed by former President Fidel Ramos, gave way to the recognition of the species as the country’s national bird. It was recognized as such for it is only found in the Philippines and according to the proclamation, its distinguished characteristics of strength and love for freedom exemplify the Filipino people. Unlike other raptors, the Philippine eagle has no known close relatives or sub-species, making it very unique.
Why rare? : Sadly, the Philippine Eagle holds the title for being one of the most endangered raptors in the world. This eagle is endemic to an island nation. Wildlife populations on islands are usually more vulnerable to habitat loss and other detrimental actions simply because they have nowhere else to go. After all, Philippine Eagles aren’t adapted to flying long distances over the ocean, and they most definitely cannot swim. As more and more forest is cut, they are left with fewer and fewer places to go.
3. Spix Macaw ,Lifespan:20–40 years.
One should know :The bird is smaller than most of the more vividly colored and well-known macaws and has a more delicate appearance. It’s sometimes known as the little blue macaw.
Interesting Facts: The Spix’s macaw was the inspiration for the animated film entitled “Rio”, which was released in 2011. The word Rio in the title represents Rio de Janeiro. The plot involves the plight of two birds.
Spix’s macaw, also known as the little blue macaw, is a macaw native to Brazil.
It no longer lives in the wild and is by a long way the world’s rarest macaw. It is a small, elegant parrot with delicate blue-gray plumage, bright blue wings and tail, and an ash-blue crown. Around the eyes there is an area of dark grey featherless skin.
Why rare? : The main threat to the macaw population was the destruction of its habitat. According to BirdLife International, the gallery woodland where it lived has been lost and degraded due to colonization and exploitation for more than three centuries. Another major influence on the bird’s population size was trapping for the illegal wild bird trade.
4. Kagu, Lifespan: 20–30 Years.
One should know :A wild “Kagu” can only be found in New Caledonia , a small island of Australia .
Interesting facts : It is almost flightless, and builds a ground nest of sticks, laying a single egg.
With its pearl-gray feathers, bright orange legs and bill, brilliant red eyes, a head crest like a cockatoo’s, and bold stripes on its wingtips, the kagu has a most unusual look for a bird that lives on the ground.
The Kagu is a ground-living bird about the size of a chicken found in the forests and shrubland of New Caledonia.
The sounds made by kagus are different for males and females. They may remind you of a rooster crowing and a dog barking at the same time, but the female’s song is shorter and faster than the male’s.
Kagu parents almost always raise just one chick per year.
Why rare ? : With the bird’s popularity as a pet and even as a food source, and an 80-percent loss of its forest habitat, the kagu soon became endangered. Predation by introduced dogs, cats, pigs, and rats brought to the main island also caused kagu numbers to drop.
5. Great Indian Bustard , Lifespan : 5–15 Years.
One should know : The great Indian bustard can easily be distinguished by its black crown on the forehead contrasting with the pale neck and head.
Interesting facts : Males and females generally grow to the same height and weight but males have larger black crowns and a black band across the breast. They breed mostly during the monsoon season when females lay a single egg on open ground. Males play no role in the incubation and care of the young, which remain with the mother till the next breeding season.
The great Indian bustard or Indian bustard is a bustard found on the Indian subcontinent.
A large bird with a horizontal body and long bare legs, giving it an ostrich like appearance, The bird is one of the heaviest flying birds which can weigh up to 18 kg and grow up to one meter in height.
Few Places In India To Spot Great Indian Bustard : Desert National Park, Rajasthan, Kutch Bustard Sanctuary, Gujarat, Great Indian Bustard Sanctuary, Maharashtra, Rollapadu Wildlife Sanctuary, Andhra Pradesh .
Why rare ? : The great Indian bustard has become extinct in almost 90 percent of its former range, principally as a result of the loss of habitat and poaching. The conversion of the land for agriculture and widespread hunting, which became more prevalent with the onset of vehicle transport, have both contributed to the precipitous decline in this species
Birds are so beautiful, but they are becoming extinct because of deforestation other inhuman behavior by humans, Supporting conservation programs and projects is the most immediate way to help reduce the risk of bird extinctions.
PS : Source of all the above information: The Internet.
