Birds

The Laysan Honeycreeper, a small bird once found only on Laysan Island in Hawaii, captured the hearts of many with its vibrant colors and unique … Read more

The Great Cayman Thrush, once a vibrant part of the Caribbean’s avian community, is now sadly extinct. This bird, known for its ashy grey plumage … Read more

The Hawaiian rail is a fascinating part of Hawaii’s natural history. This small, flightless bird was native to the Big Island and is now sadly … Read more

The Canary Islands Oystercatcher was a unique shorebird once found in the beautiful Canary Islands of Spain. This bird is now considered extinct, with its … Read more

The White-winged Sandpiper is a fascinating shorebird known for its striking appearance and unique behaviors. This bird, slightly larger than other sandpipers, has long wings … Read more

Birds bring joy and beauty to the world, yet many species have vanished forever. Since the year 1500, about 129 species of birds have gone … Read more

The Ivory-billed Woodpecker is a bird that has sparked fascination and debate among wildlife enthusiasts for years. Once thought to be extinct, new research suggests … Read more

Hesperornis was a unique and fascinating bird that swam in the oceans during the Late Cretaceous period. This flightless creature was known for its tooth-lined … Read more

The Auckland Islands merganser was a unique duck that once thrived in the remote Auckland Islands of New Zealand. This species is now extinct, with … Read more

The Bishop’s ‘Ō‘ō is a fascinating bird with a unique place in Hawaii’s natural history. This species, once found in the lush forests of Moloka’i, … Read more