Pied Avocet (Recurvirostra avosetta)

This Pied Avocet, a member of the family of Recurvirostridae which includes all avocets and stilts, is a rare migrant through Switzerland. This bird might have migrated from Africa or the southern Mediterranean, and might be on its way to costal northern Europe. The...

Pileated Woodpecker (Dryocopus pileatus)

The Pileated Woodpecker is the largest species among woodpeckers in North America. They prefer wooded areas with mature trees. These two males were interacting with each other, possibly fighting over a resource or territory. I love the pattern in the wing. It reminds...
error: Content is protected !!