The European Goldfinch is a small, colorful bird native to Europe, western Asia, and northern Africa. These finches are easily recognizable by their striking red faces, black and white heads, and yellow and black wings. Their diet mainly consists of small seeds, like those from thistles and teasels, and they are frequent visitors to bird feeders, especially during winter.

European Goldfinches are not only visually appealing but also have a delightful, tinkling song that adds charm to their presence. They are social birds, often seen in flocks, especially outside the breeding season. Their nests are intricately woven cups of moss, grass, and lichen, usually placed high in trees.

Our Birdorable version of the European Goldfinch captures its adorable and vibrant nature, making it a perfect representation of this beloved bird.

This week we welcome the Carolina Wren to Birdorable! The beloved bird is found across the eastern United States and known for its distinctive and loud song. This small bird, which is the state bird of South Carolina, is a common sight in backyards and gardens. The male Carolina Wren's song, famously rendered as "tea-kettle, tea-kettle, tea-kettle," varies regionally. Birds in northern areas tend to sing slower than their southern counterparts.

Carolina Wrens are easily recognized by their rich, reddish-brown plumage and distinctive white eye stripe. They are active and curious birds, often seen flitting around underbrush and dense vegetation. These wrens are also known for their nesting habits, often building nests in a variety of locations, from tree cavities to human-made structures like flower pots and mailboxes.

Their diet primarily consists of insects and spiders, but they will also eat seeds and fruit, making them frequent visitors to bird feeders, especially during winter when food is scarce. Carolina Wrens are non-migratory birds, staying in their territories year-round, which makes them familiar faces for many bird enthusiasts.

Our Birdorable version of the Carolina Wren captures the adorable essence of this charming bird, with its vibrant plumage and curious nature. Whether you're an experienced birdwatcher or new to the hobby, spotting a Carolina Wren is always a delightful experience.

The European Robin is a beloved small bird found throughout Europe. Unlike the American Robin, which is a thrush, the European Robin is related to flycatchers. These birds are easily recognized by their bright red breast and face, which contrasts beautifully with their olive-brown back and wings. European Robins are known for their friendly and curious nature, often following gardeners around in hopes of catching unearthed insects.

European Robins have a sweet, melodious song that can be heard year-round. Males are particularly vocal during the breeding season, using their songs to establish territories and attract mates. Unlike many other birds, both male and female European Robins sing.

These robins are versatile in their nesting habits, building nests in a variety of locations, from dense bushes to tree cavities and even garden sheds. They use moss, leaves, and feathers to create a cozy nest for their eggs.

Our Birdorable version of the European Robin captures the bird’s cute and vibrant essence, making it a perfect representation of this endearing species. Whether you’re an avid birdwatcher or just enjoy the occasional visit from feathered friends, the European Robin is sure to bring joy and charm to any garden.

The new Birdorable Long-tailed Tit may be one of the cutest Birdorables yet! The Long-tailed Tit is a small perching bird found in Europe and Asia, easily recognized by its remarkably long tail, which is more than half of its total body length. These birds are known for their tiny size, fluffy appearance, and sociable nature, often seen in small, lively flocks.

Our Birdorable version of the Long-tailed Tit perfectly captures its adorably distinctive features, making it a delightful addition to any bird lover's collection.

Birdorable.com was launched one year ago this week. In this first year the number of cute Birdorable birds has grown to 90 species and we now have over 200 different designs!

The first bird we made was the Northern Cardinal and the last one we added was the Zebra Finch a couple of weeks ago. A lot of the birds we have added throughout 2007 were requested by our customers. In 2008 we plan to expand the Birdorable family of cute birds even more, so if you have a favorite species that you would like to see cutified as a Birdorable then please don't hesitate to contact us. We love birds, we are active birders and we love working on Birdorable.

We'd like to thank everyone who has contacted us in our first year and look forward to another successful year here at Birdorable.com Amy & Arthur

Valentine's Day is around the corner. Are you looking for something special for your bird-loving lover? Check out these more than twenty love-related Birdorable designs.

Above left: A huge crowd of totally cute Birdorable parrots and parakeets flock together to make up the heart in this original design. Macaws, Conures, Cockatiels and Cockatoos join the flock too! An original design that would make a perfect gift for any parrot lover! Above right: A cute Herring Gull is the centerpiece of this design. Surrounding the seagull are circles of hearts, blue fish, and stars. What does it mean? Who knows - it's totally cute and that's all that matters! A Birdorable exclusive cute bird design. For more great Birdorable love designs check out the "I Love" products page.

Zebra Finches are common finches that live all over Australia. They have also been introduced and live wild in Portugal and the United States. Males are beautifully marked with bright orange beaks and orange cheeks. Zebra Finches are known for their enthusiastic and creative singing and are widely kept as pets. This is our totally cute Birdorable version of the beautiful Zebra Finch, our 90th species to be cutified as a Birdorable:

The Zebra Finch is available in several new Birdorable designs: