In the shadowy mangroves and still backwaters of the Neotropics, this broad-billed night watcher waits beneath arching roots with statuesque patience. It hunts after dusk, scooping fish,…

In the cool, moss-laced forests of Eurasia, this bark-hugging specialist spirals upward along tree trunks with quiet determination. It feeds almost entirely on insects and spiders hidden…

In the open riverbanks and gravelly shores of Eurasia, this sharp-eyed minimalist moves with quick, deliberate steps. It scans bare sand and pebbles for insects and tiny…

In the sunlit grasslands and river edges of Africa and Asia, these tireless builders gather fibers with restless intent. They weave strips of grass and reed into…

In the flowering forests and gardens of New Zealand, this iridescent songster glides between kōwhai and pōhutukawa with liquid grace. It feeds on nectar, fruit, and insects,…

In the sunlit grasslands and river edges of Africa and Asia, these tireless builders gather fibers with restless intent. They weave strips of grass and reed into…

In the open riverbanks and gravelly shores of Eurasia, this sharp-eyed minimalist moves with quick, deliberate steps. It scans bare sand and pebbles for insects and tiny…

In the lively gardens, forest edges, and open woodlands of South and Southeast Asia, this sharp-crested familiar flits between shrubs with cheerful confidence. It feeds on fruits,…

In the open fields and roadside wires of the Americas, this compact falcon watches the ground with razor focus. It hovers briefly in place, then drops with…