“Cute Avians: Adorable Birds You’ve Never Seen Part-3”

Aaran Shakya
ILLUMINATION
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3 min readJan 2, 2023

Birds are some of the most amazing and diverse creatures on the planet, and each species has its own unique characteristics and behaviors. In this article, we’ll introduce you to five amazing birds that you may not have heard of before: the Peach-faced Lovebird, the Cuban Tody, the Tropical Parula, the Spotted Pardalote, and the Crimson Chat.

  1. Peach-faced Lovebird (Agapornis roseicollis)

The Peach-faced Lovebird is a small parrot native to Africa. It gets its name from its peachy-pink face and its affectionate, pair-bonding behavior. Lovebirds are known for their strong bonds with their mates, and they are often seen snuggling and preening on each other. In the wild, they live in pairs or small flocks and nest in cavities in trees.

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  1. Cuban Tody (Todus multicolor)

The Cuban Tody is a small, brightly colored bird that is native to Cuba and a few other Caribbean islands. It is a member of the tody family, which also includes the Puerto Rican Tody and the Jamaican Tody. The Cuban Tody is a plump, round bird with a bright green back and reddish-pink breasts. It has a short, blunt bill and a distinctive black eye stripe.

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Cuban Todies are active and energetic birds that are always on the move. They are skilled at flying and can often be seen flitting through the forest canopy. They are also excellent climbers and will often perch on the branches of trees and bushes. In the wild, they feed on insects and other small prey, which they catch with their sharp beaks.

  1. Tropical Parula (Setophaga pitiayumi)

The Tropical Parula is a small, brightly colored warbler that is native to Central and South America. It is a migratory species and can be found in a variety of habitats, including forests, gardens, and coffee plantations. The Tropical Parula is a beautiful bird, with a blue-green back, a yellow breast, and a distinctive orange throat patch. It has a thin, pointed bill and a long, slender tail.

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Tropical Parulas are active and energetic birds that are always on the move. They will often flit between branches and bushes as they search for food. In the wild, they feed on insects and other small prey, which they catch with their sharp beaks. They are also vocal birds and have a variety of distinctive calls and songs.

  1. Spotted Pardalote (Pardalotus punctatus)

The Spotted Pardalote is a small, brightly colored bird that is native to Australia. It is a member of the pardalote family, which also includes the Striated Pardalote and the Diamond Pardalote. The Spotted Pardalote is a plump, round bird with a bright green back and yellow breast. It has a short, blunt bill and a distinctive white spot behind each eye.

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  1. Crimson Chat (Epthianura tricolor)

The Crimson Chat is a small, brightly colored bird that is native to Australia. It is a member of the meliphagidae family, which also includes honeyeaters and friarbirds. The Crimson Chat is a plump, round bird with a bright red breast and a distinctive black and white striped head. It has a short, blunt bill and a long, slender tail.

These five amazing birds are just a small sampling of the incredible diversity of bird species that can be found around the world. From the tiny Bee Hummingbird to the majestic Bald Eagle, birds come in all shapes and sizes and have adapted to a wide variety of habitats. By learning about and protecting these and other birds, we can help to ensure the health and survival of these amazing creatures for generations to come.

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Aaran Shakya
ILLUMINATION

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