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Double-eyed fig parrot. All hail Australia's smallest parrot! #australianbirds #birdartist #birdart #parrot #birdillustration #birdnerdsunite
February 4, 2025 at 1:30 PM
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A wood stork, a few egrets, and one very photogenic tree walk into a Florida wetland at sunset. No punchline—just feathers, moonrise, and perfect lighting. Featuring Mycteria americana and friends, starring in their own pastel-toned wildlife drama. #Everglades #BirdNerdsUnite
A lone wood stork (Mycteria americana) stands motionless on the upper left branch of a tall, leafless tree in a Florida wetland, surrounded by a pastel dusk sky. The stork is silhouetted against a hazy pink-and-blue backdrop, with a nearly full moon glowing softly just beneath the branch. A scattered flock of birds in the distance cuts across the sky in blurred motion. The gnarled tree’s bark is sun-bleached and textured, contrasting with the smooth, poised stance of the bird. Its long, curved beak points downward slightly, and its feathered body is lit by the warm tones of sunset. The stillness of the perched bird, combined with the quiet momentum of the background flock, evokes both solitude and seasonal rhythm in the wetland ecosystem. A group of wading birds perch on the limbs of a tall, dead tree rising from the marshes of a Florida nature preserve. The tree’s weathered branches stretch upward like skeletal arms against a soft, gradient sky of peach and lavender. A wood stork stands prominently on the left, with a full moon glowing directly beneath its perch. A snowy egret and two cattle egrets are spaced out on other limbs, each facing a different direction as if keeping watch over separate territories. The marsh grasses below form a muted green-and-gold field, and a low layer of cloud softens the horizon. The composition and lighting give the entire scene the feeling of a classical painting—equal parts quiet observation post and communal roost. A close-up view of a snowy egret (Egretta thula) shows it perched alone on a thick, arching branch of a weathered tree. Its plumage is soft and white, tinged with subtle pink and blue from the setting sun. The bird is resting with its head slightly tucked and its bright yellow eye visible beneath soft feathers. The background is an ethereal sky of fading daylight—gradient blue near the horizon and a gentle pink higher up. The egret’s fine plumes trail down along its back, and its slender black legs grip the branch with calm precision. The weathered bark and curved lines of the branch frame the egret like a natural sculpture, emphasizing its elegant posture in the fading light. Five wading birds—including a wood stork, a snowy egret, two cattle egrets, and a white ibis—perch at various heights on the limbs of a tall, dead tree set against a dreamy Florida twilight sky. The tree’s bark is pale and sun-bleached, twisting upward into delicate Y-shaped forks. A nearly full moon hangs low in the background, perfectly framed beside the birds. The stork dominates the left branch, tall and stoic. The egret stands still with feathers slightly puffed. The ibis, with its curved bill, watches from the lower right. The entire group seems to be in passive conversation, backlit by a soft peach and lavender glow. The composition evokes both quiet stillness and communal connection—a peaceful moment in the life of the wetland.
April 29, 2025 at 5:16 PM
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🪿💕 Not all honks are created equal.
Our Honkers tee is for the bird lovers, the jokesters, and anyone who likes their fashion with a wink. Soft, flattering, and perfect for making noise at Pride or any day of the year.

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A smiling person with shoulder-length brown hair stands on a path next to a lake, with several geese in the background. They are wearing a light pink T-shirt with a black-and-white illustration of two geese facing each other, above the word “honkers” in lowercase letters. The “Your Shirt Is Gay” rainbow logo is in the lower right corner.
September 7, 2025 at 7:01 PM
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New UK bird report = BIG wins for rare species!
🪶 Hoopoes bred again, eagles soared, and waders flourished thanks to conservation action.
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New report reveals the return of rare breeding bird species - Inside Ecology
The latest report by the Rare Breeding Birds Panel (RBBP), the independent body that monitors the populations of the UK’s rarest breeding birds, celebrates the return of two species to the UK with…
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November 11, 2025 at 8:02 PM
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Birds + winter = freezing? Not quite.
They’ve got epic strategies to stay warm:
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Want front-row seats to nature’s cold-weather survival show? Join us in Yellowstone Jan 2027:
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How Birds Stay Warm in the Winter Snow: Backyard Birds Revealed
The Backyard Birds Revealed video series is made possible by Wild Birds Unlimited. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oklPd2iQdhE&list=PLgSpqOFj1Ta4DRdyHxiqK-6xHIxuYgd2h&index=2 Show Transcript [RUSSELL…
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January 24, 2026 at 2:09 AM
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Sleep-deprived birds are lousy singers? You’re not alone, feathered friends. 😅🎶

A new study finds that birds with disrupted sleep struggle with their tunes—bad news for breeding and survival. 🪺

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Sleepy Birds Are Lousy Singers, Study Finds
Just like people, songbirds are groggy and quiet after a rough night’s sleep—a sign that urban noise and light may leave them less fit for reproduction and survival.
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August 28, 2025 at 7:01 PM
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Bird fans, this one’s for you! 🪶
Our conservation pals at @SFBBO are hosting Birdy Hour with Dr. Katie LaBarbera—tune in for landbird insights, science, and some serious feathered fascination.

🗓️ 4/22 | 🕒 5:30pm PST
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April 21, 2025 at 6:05 PM
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RUDE!!! I demand this duck! #BirdNerdsUnite
September 20, 2025 at 6:43 PM