Silkies are an ancient, Asiatic breed of poultry, most notably known for their fur like feathers. While the structure of a Silkies feather is much like other birds, they lack barbicels between each strand of ‘hair’ on the feathers shaft. These barbicels are tiny, cartilage hooks, that act like Velcro and give a feather its […]
The European magpie, also known as Pica pica, belongs to the crow family, and is widespread throughout Europe and Asia. Magpies are easily recognizable by their distinct glossy black plumage, white belly and shoulders, and its long black tail that could reach half of its total body length. Experts believe this bird to be one […]
Description Emerald Toucanet are the most commonly distributed birds of the toucan family consisting of about 17 sub-species . As the name implies , Emerald Toucanets are smaller than toucans and nest in tree hollows . Where does the Emerald Toucanet come from? This bird is native to mountainous regions of Mexico, Central America, Northern […]
