As our special Puerto Rico Week rolls on, we’re excited to introduce a new member of our Birdorable family: the Puerto Rican Woodpecker! This striking bird is another of Puerto Rico’s 18 endemic bird species. With its glossy steel-blue body, deep...
We’re excited to introduce a brand-new Birdorable for Puerto Rico Week—meet the Birdorable Adelaide’s Warbler! This small, bright yellow warbler is one of Puerto Rico’s 18 endemic bird species, meaning it’s found only on the island. With its soft gray back, white eye-ring, and...
Welcome to Puerto Rico Week on the Birdorable Blog! This week, we’re celebrating the incredible birdlife of Puerto Rico, an island rich in biodiversity and home to unique endemic bird species. From the rare Puerto Rican Amazon to the tiny, energetic Puerto Rican Tody,...
Bird names often reflect the history of ornithology, with many species named after explorers, scientists, and historical figures. In recent years there has been a growing movement to remove honorific bird names altogether. Many of these names celebrate individuals with colonial ties or otherwise problematic pasts, and it...
As winter storms still rage across parts of the United States, birds are preparing to move north for spring migration. As temperatures finally warm up, we wonder about how our feathered friends spent the cold, harsh winter months. When temperatures drop and food becomes scarce, animals...
The Double-crested Cormorant is a fascinating waterbird found across North America. With its long neck, hooked bill, and striking turquoise eyes, this bird is both elegant and efficient. It gets its name from the two small tufts, or "crests," of feathers that appear on...
