From the captivating Dracula parrots to the resplendent Golden Pheasants, birds continually dazzle us with their beauty. They possess an innate charm and quirkiness that never fails to uplift our spirits. And if you haven’t yet delved into the world of bird watching, these feathered friends might just spark that motivation!
Meet the Bearded Reedlings, a species with a distinctly charming appearance.
#1. These petite birds sport elongated tails, measuring approximately 16.5cm in length, making them perfectly palm-sized wonders.
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#2. They look truly unique and you can spot and identify them anywhere. They are tiny, egg-shaped, and fluffy. And they enjoy resting by doing a split on three branches.
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#3. They have a ginger-brown overall with bluish-grey heads.
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#4. They also have black mustache-like markings. These markings go from under their eyes down to their throats and similar black streaks can be seen under their tails.
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#5. Female birds are different from male birds.
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#6. They have neither mustache markings nor black streaks under their tails. Also, they are much paler.
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#7. This species has an extreme range which is decreasing but not at alarming rates.
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#8. They are found in Europe and Asia all year long. They are not known for migrating.
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