by David Young | Jul 20, 2024 | Birds
Northwestern Crow Scientific name: Corvus caurinus Author and animation by Ares Bach Photo courtesy of Mike Yip OverviewThe crow is a member of the family Corvidae; a prolific family with over forty different species that range around the world, predominantly in Asian...
by David Young | Jul 20, 2024 | Birds
Author: Koa Planedin Photos by Mike Yip Common name: The Common Raven Scientific Name: Corvus corax Identifying FeaturesCorvus corax is 22-30 inches in length, has a 40-59 inch wing span, and weighs 1.5-4.4 lbs. C. corax is one of the heaviest passerines. You can...
by David Young | Jul 20, 2024 | Birds
The Black Oystercatcher Author:Â Leah Brett Scientific name:Â Haematopus bachmani Size range:Â 35cm to 43 cm Identifying features:Â The Black Oystercatcher is an all black shorebird. What stands out in this bird is the bright red long bill and the yellow ring around the...
by David Young | Jul 19, 2024 | Birds
The Belted Kingfisher Article, illustrations and animation by Jake Duncan Photo courtesy of Mike Yip Common Name:Â Belted Kingfisher Scientific Name:Â Megaceryle alcyon Size Range:Â Their size can vary from 28 cm to 33 cm, their weight averages at 150g to 170g, and their...
by David Young | Jul 15, 2024 | Birds
Authors: Calen Michel and Isacc Hatfield Photos by Isaac Hatfield and video by Calen Michel Scientific name: Haliaeetus leucocephalus Adult weight: 3 to 6.3kg Wingspan: 1.8-2.3m Height: 30-40in Identifying features: Adults have a white head, neck, and tail and a dark...