Author: Tracey Reed

  • What are white geese called?

    What are white geese called?

    Have you ever seen a white goose and wondered what it was? Man has domesticated many animals over time and geese are no exception. This article will look at a list of 9 types of white geese, both wild and domesticated. It will include information on where they are native to or their origins, habitat…

  • Beautiful green birds

    Beautiful green birds

    In this article we will look at a list of 20 beautiful green birds. There will be information to help identify them. We will take a look at where in the world they live, their preferred habitat and diet.   Male Knysna turaco The male Knysna turaco is an impressive looking specimen of a beautiful green…

  • Orange Birds

    Orange Birds

    A flash of any bright colour gets your attention when looking at birds. So in this article we will take a look at a list of 20 birds who have orange colouring. We will see what they look like, where they live and what their diet consists of. The Male Orange Fruit Dove The male…

  • A list of 20 Birds with a red head 

    A list of 20 Birds with a red head 

    This article lists 20 birds with a red head. It features pictures to aid with identification and information on where they are native to, habitat, breeding and diet. Red-headed woodpecker The first of our list of 20 birds with a red head is as seen in the image above a stunning male bird with a…

  • Types of blue birds

    Types of blue birds

    Colourful birds are always a delight to see, and these blue birds in this article are no exception. We will look at a list of 20 types of blue birds with information on identification, including pictures, where in the world they can be found and the habitat they like to live in. The Eastern Bluebird…

  • White Peacock Birds – Everything you need to know

    White Peacock Birds – Everything you need to know

    This article will examine why there are white peacocks, and ask the question if they are a different species or is it a genetic issue.  Origins Sometimes we use the term peacock to label all these birds including the female, however this is incorrect. The male is the peacock, the female is a peahen and…

  • What bird lays blue eggs?

    What bird lays blue eggs?

    This article will discuss what birds lay blue eggs. One would imagine there would be several species. We will endeavour to find out the facts.  Here are my top ten birds who lay blue eggs. 1. Blackbird (Eurasian blackbird) Male Blackbird Female Blackbird The blackbird as shown in the picture above is of a male…

  • Do hummingbirds sleep, where and how?

    Do hummingbirds sleep, where and how?

    Ruby Throated Hummingbird Question, do hummingbirds sleep? The short answer is yes. However it is not so simple and not like the sleep we humans understand as sleep. This article will explain how, why and where hummingbirds sleep. We will cover how many species there are, habitat, identification, size, feeding, sleeping and conservation status. How…

  • How do owls sleep?

    How do owls sleep?

    The question of how owls sleep? is often asked. This article will answer that question with a few more facts on owls as well. Hunting Most owls are nocturnal hunters and therefore they sleep during the day. With exception of snowy owls and a few others, who are day time hunters due to their environment.…

  • Facts on the Snowy owl

    Facts on the Snowy owl

    In this article we will share some interesting facts about the snowy owl. This will include looking at their habitat, identification, size, lifespan, diet, voice, breeding and conservation status. When you see a picture of a snowy owl, you immediately understand where they get their name from. Some other names they are known as throughout…