Curlew Sandpiper (Calidris ferruginea) The Curlew Sandpiper (Calidris ferruginea) is a small, migratory wading bird belonging to the family Scolopacidae. It breeds in northern Asia and migrates to Africa, Asia, and Australia during the non-breeding season. The Curlew Sandpiper is known for its distinctive, curved bill and long legs, which it uses to probe into […]
Category: Birds in Sundarban
Crested Serpent Eagle (Spilornis cheela)
Crested Serpent Eagle (Spilornis cheela) The Crested Serpent Eagle (Spilornis cheela) is a medium-sized bird of prey belonging to the family Accipitridae. It is found throughout much of South and Southeast Asia, including India, Thailand, and Malaysia. The Crested Serpent Eagle inhabits a range of forested habitats, including both deciduous and evergreen forests, as well […]
Cotton Pygmy Goose (Nettapus coromandelianus)
Cotton Pygmy Goose (Nettapus coromandelianus) The Cotton Pygmy Goose (Nettapus coromandelianus) is a small, brightly colored waterbird belonging to the family Anatidae. It is found throughout much of South and Southeast Asia, including India, Thailand, and Indonesia. The Cotton Pygmy Goose inhabits a range of wetland habitats, including marshes, ponds, and lakes, where it feeds […]
Coppersmith Barbet (Megalaima haemacephala)
Coppersmith Barbet (Megalaima haemacephala) The Coppersmith Barbet (Megalaima haemacephala) is a small, colorful bird belonging to the family Megalaimidae. It is found throughout much of South and Southeast Asia, including India, Thailand, and Malaysia. The Coppersmith Barbet inhabits a range of forested habitats, including both deciduous and evergreen forests, as well as urban parks and […]
Common Teal (Anas crecca)
Common Teal (Anas crecca) The Common Teal (Anas crecca) is a small dabbling duck belonging to the family Anatidae. It is found throughout much of the Northern Hemisphere, including Europe, Asia, and North America. The Common Teal inhabits a range of wetland habitats, including marshes, ponds, and lakes, where it feeds on a variety of […]
Common Snipe (Gallinago gallinago)
Common Snipe (Gallinago gallinago) The Common Snipe (Gallinago gallinago) is a small, migratory bird belonging to the family Scolopacidae. It is found throughout much of the world, including Europe, Asia, Africa, and North America. The Common Snipe inhabits a range of wetland habitats, including marshes, bogs, and wet meadows, where it feeds on a variety […]
Common Sandpiper (Actitis hypoleucos)
Common Sandpiper (Actitis hypoleucos) The Common Sandpiper (Actitis hypoleucos) is a small migratory bird belonging to the family Scolopacidae. It is found throughout much of the world, including Europe, Asia, Africa, and Australia. The Common Sandpiper inhabits a range of freshwater habitats, including rivers, streams, lakes, and ponds, where it feeds on insects, crustaceans, and […]
Common Myna (Acridotheres tristis)
Common Myna (Acridotheres tristis) The Common Myna (Acridotheres tristis) is a medium-sized passerine bird belonging to the family Sturnidae. It is native to South Asia but has also been introduced to other parts of the world, including Australia, New Zealand, and the United States. The Common Myna is a highly adaptable bird that can thrive […]
Common Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis)
Common Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) The Common Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) is a small, colorful bird belonging to the family Alcedinidae. It is found throughout much of Europe, Asia, and North Africa, inhabiting a range of freshwater habitats such as rivers, streams, and ponds. The Common Kingfisher feeds primarily on fish, which it catches by diving into […]
Common Iora (Aegithina tiphia)
Common Iora (Aegithina tiphia) The Common Iora (Aegithina tiphia) is a small passerine bird belonging to the family Aegithinidae. It is found throughout South and Southeast Asia, including countries such as India, Nepal, Thailand, and Indonesia. The Common Iora inhabits a range of habitats, including forests, woodlands, and gardens, where it feeds on insects and […]