Birds

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  Royal tern

  Thalasseus maximus

  The Royal Tern (Thalasseus maximus) is a striking and majestic seabird, a member of the tern family, that graces many coastlines and estuaries around the world with its presence. With its streamlined body, long pointed...
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  Ruddy turnstone

  Arenaria interpres

  The Ruddy Turnstone (Arenaria interpres) is a small, highly migratory bird that belongs to the sandpiper family Scolopacidae. This species exhibits a striking appearance and fascinating behaviors, making it a subject of...
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  Ruff

  Calidris pugnax

  The Ruff (Calidris pugnax) is a fascinating and distinctive species of wading bird that belongs to the large family of shorebirds known as Scolopacidae. This species exhibits a remarkable level of sexual dimorphism,...
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  Rufous treepie

  Dendrocitta vagabunda

  The Rufous Treepie (Dendrocitta vagabunda) is a striking bird species belonging to the crow family, Corvidae, known for its remarkable intelligence and adaptability. This bird is native to the Indian Subcontinent and...
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  Rustic bunting

  Emberiza rustica

  The Rustic Bunting (Emberiza rustica) is a small, yet strikingly beautiful passerine bird belonging to the bunting family, Emberizidae. Characterized by its rich, melodious song and distinctive plumage, this bird has...
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  Saint helena hoopoe

  Upupa antaios

  The Saint Helena Hoopoe (Upupa antaios) was a remarkable and now-extinct species of bird that was once native to the island of Saint Helena in the South Atlantic Ocean. This bird belonged to the Upupidae family, which...
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  Saker falcon

  Falco cherrug

  The Saker Falcon (Falco cherrug) is a bird of prey that belongs to the falcon family, renowned for its remarkable speed, agility, and hunting prowess. This majestic bird is one of the larger species of falcon, boasting a...
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  Sand martin

  Riparia riparia

  The Sand Martin (Riparia riparia), also known as the Bank Swallow in North America, is a small, agile bird belonging to the swallow family, Hirundinidae. This diminutive bird is remarkable for its cosmopolitan...
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  Sanderling

  Calidris alba

  The Sanderling (Calidris alba) is a small, plump sandpiper, renowned for its remarkable migratory patterns and distinctive feeding behavior. This bird is a fascinating spectacle for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts...
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  Sandhill crane

  Antigone canadensis

  The Sandhill Crane (Antigone canadensis) is a majestic, tall bird that is native to North America and parts of Siberia. This species is one of the most ancient living birds, belonging to the family Gruidae, and has...
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  Sandwich tern

  Thalasseus sandvicensis

  The Sandwich Tern, scientifically known as Thalasseus sandvicensis, is a slender, medium-sized species of seabird that belongs to the tern family. With its graceful flight, elegant appearance, and distinctive foraging...
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  Sardinian warbler

  Sylvia melanocephala

  The Sardinian Warbler (Sylvia melanocephala) is a small, yet captivating bird species that belongs to the family Sylviidae, known for its diverse group of warblers. Native to the Mediterranean region, this bird is...
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  Sarus crane

  Antigone antigone

  The Sarus crane (Antigone antigone) is a majestic and captivating bird species, renowned for its striking appearance and remarkable behaviors. As the tallest of the flying birds, standing at an impressive height of up to...
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  Satin bowerbird

  Ptilonorhynchus violaceus

  The Satin Bowerbird (Ptilonorhynchus violaceus) is a remarkable and unique species of bird native to eastern Australia, renowned for its extraordinary courtship behavior and striking appearance. This medium-sized bird is...
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  Scarlet macaw

  Ara macao

  The Scarlet Macaw (Ara macao) is a breathtakingly vibrant and colorful bird, belonging to the parrot family, that captivates the eye with its brilliant hues and majestic presence. Native to the humid evergreen forests of...

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