10 most beautiful national birds:-) by Eternal_Knight 2011/09/07 15:56
1.Peacocks,India
Peacocks are an ancient symbol of glory and immortality. A graceful bird, it has been honoredby being made the national bird of India and is most famous for its iridescent tail pattern. These feathers have a series of colourful eye markings of red, gold, blue and other hues and are said to carry spiritualhealing powers. Males are more beautiful than females. In Hinduism, peacocks are associated with Laxmi, the goddess of luck, kindness and benevolence. Its a great experience to watch this beautiful bird when it flares its feathers.
2.Blue Jay,Canada
A very curious blue bird with a U-shaped black collar around its neck, the Blue Jay is famous as an intelligent bird. It can also make a variety of sounds. Native to North America, the Blue Jay is easy prey for predators as it is a slow flier. The Blue Jay is the provincial bird of Prince Edward Island, Canada.
3.East African Crowned Crane,Uganda
A 3.3 ft tall bird with a crown of stiff golden feathers, the East African Crowned Crane ishonoured as the national bird of Uganda. It is the most primitive of the living Gruidae. The bird iswell known for its colourful display, that includes head bobbing and beautiful dancing. A resident of eastern and southern Africa, it is currently facing the loss of any suitable wetland habitat.
4.Crimson sunbird,singapore
The Crimson Sunbird is an tiny, eye-catching birdwith a yellow rump, crimson breast, maroon back and olive belly. Thiscute little bird is the national bird of Singapore. Very similar to the hummingbird, thisbird is only four inches long.
5..Flamingo,Bahamas
Also known as the Caribbean flamingo, the American flamingo is found mainly in Central America, Southern Mexico and the Caribbean. One very interesting fact about them is that their chicks are born whitish-grey in color and their bright pink coloration comes from consuming algae. Itis the only flamingo that naturally inhabits North America. West Indian Flamingos are the national bird of the Bahamas.
6.Hoatzin,Guyana
,.Hoatzin is the national bird of Guyana. It is an attractive bird with a striking, colourful patternall over its body, but an unusual body shape with a long neck, small head and blue face and maroon eyes. Because ofits manure-like odour, it is also known as the stinkbird. It is also a noisy bird which grunts, croaks and hisses.
7.Cardinal Bird,USA
Honoured as a state bird of seven states of the US, this bird is easily recognizable from the vibrant shades of warm red all over its body. Thissong bird also has a reddish bill and a unique crest atop its head. Though some of its species are approaching a threatened status, it can still often be seen inparks and in backyards.
8.Magnificent Frigate bird, Antigua and Barbuda
Also known as the weather bird or Man oWar, the magnificent Frigate bird is the national bird of the twin-island nation Antigua and Barbuda. A large bird with a wingspan of about sevenfeet, the bird is stunning; the male actually inflates its red throat pouches to attractfemales. Wandering in oceanic coasts, the Frigate bird is the only species of sea bird in which the male and females have strikingly different appearances.
9. Himalayan Monal, Nepal and Uttrakhand, India
A 2-2.5 feet long bird, the Himalayan Monal is the national bird of Nepal, as well as the state bird of Uttrakhand, India. The bird is amazingly attractive as ithas a bright blue orbital skin with a glossy green breast. They also have bluish circles around the eyes. The males have spoon-shaped feathers and a metallic-green head-crest whereas females have dark brownfeathers.
10.Baltimore Oriole, Maryland, USA
The Baltimore Oriole is the state bird of Maryland. This beautiful bird, with a mixed flame of yellow and black colours, is a sign of spring and summer in Canada and the United States. The bird is also known for its well-woven nest, which it builds in tall trees.
Though I have tried to include some colorful and beautiful birds, thereare still many birds out there which are much more magnificent. Some are flying freely in the wild, while some are spending each day filled with pain and sorrow in acage. We should not domesticate wild birds. Itis our duty to protect them before they too disappear because of ourencroachment upon theirterritory. It is necessary to take action and preserve wildlife; insteadwe are continuously interrupting the habitats of natures most beautiful creatures.. Pls follow this
1.Peacocks,India
Peacocks are an ancient symbol of glory and immortality. A graceful bird, it has been honoredby being made the national bird of India and is most famous for its iridescent tail pattern. These feathers have a series of colourful eye markings of red, gold, blue and other hues and are said to carry spiritualhealing powers. Males are more beautiful than females. In Hinduism, peacocks are associated with Laxmi, the goddess of luck, kindness and benevolence. Its a great experience to watch this beautiful bird when it flares its feathers.
2.Blue Jay,Canada
A very curious blue bird with a U-shaped black collar around its neck, the Blue Jay is famous as an intelligent bird. It can also make a variety of sounds. Native to North America, the Blue Jay is easy prey for predators as it is a slow flier. The Blue Jay is the provincial bird of Prince Edward Island, Canada.
3.East African Crowned Crane,Uganda
A 3.3 ft tall bird with a crown of stiff golden feathers, the East African Crowned Crane ishonoured as the national bird of Uganda. It is the most primitive of the living Gruidae. The bird iswell known for its colourful display, that includes head bobbing and beautiful dancing. A resident of eastern and southern Africa, it is currently facing the loss of any suitable wetland habitat.
4.Crimson sunbird,singapore
The Crimson Sunbird is an tiny, eye-catching birdwith a yellow rump, crimson breast, maroon back and olive belly. Thiscute little bird is the national bird of Singapore. Very similar to the hummingbird, thisbird is only four inches long.
5..Flamingo,Bahamas
Also known as the Caribbean flamingo, the American flamingo is found mainly in Central America, Southern Mexico and the Caribbean. One very interesting fact about them is that their chicks are born whitish-grey in color and their bright pink coloration comes from consuming algae. Itis the only flamingo that naturally inhabits North America. West Indian Flamingos are the national bird of the Bahamas.
6.Hoatzin,Guyana
,.Hoatzin is the national bird of Guyana. It is an attractive bird with a striking, colourful patternall over its body, but an unusual body shape with a long neck, small head and blue face and maroon eyes. Because ofits manure-like odour, it is also known as the stinkbird. It is also a noisy bird which grunts, croaks and hisses.
7.Cardinal Bird,USA
Honoured as a state bird of seven states of the US, this bird is easily recognizable from the vibrant shades of warm red all over its body. Thissong bird also has a reddish bill and a unique crest atop its head. Though some of its species are approaching a threatened status, it can still often be seen inparks and in backyards.
8.Magnificent Frigate bird, Antigua and Barbuda
Also known as the weather bird or Man oWar, the magnificent Frigate bird is the national bird of the twin-island nation Antigua and Barbuda. A large bird with a wingspan of about sevenfeet, the bird is stunning; the male actually inflates its red throat pouches to attractfemales. Wandering in oceanic coasts, the Frigate bird is the only species of sea bird in which the male and females have strikingly different appearances.
9. Himalayan Monal, Nepal and Uttrakhand, India
A 2-2.5 feet long bird, the Himalayan Monal is the national bird of Nepal, as well as the state bird of Uttrakhand, India. The bird is amazingly attractive as ithas a bright blue orbital skin with a glossy green breast. They also have bluish circles around the eyes. The males have spoon-shaped feathers and a metallic-green head-crest whereas females have dark brownfeathers.
10.Baltimore Oriole, Maryland, USA
The Baltimore Oriole is the state bird of Maryland. This beautiful bird, with a mixed flame of yellow and black colours, is a sign of spring and summer in Canada and the United States. The bird is also known for its well-woven nest, which it builds in tall trees.
Though I have tried to include some colorful and beautiful birds, thereare still many birds out there which are much more magnificent. Some are flying freely in the wild, while some are spending each day filled with pain and sorrow in acage. We should not domesticate wild birds. Itis our duty to protect them before they too disappear because of ourencroachment upon theirterritory. It is necessary to take action and preserve wildlife; insteadwe are continuously interrupting the habitats of natures most beautiful creatures.. Pls follow this
Lelsi 2011/09/07 16:36
Beautiful topic bro
,we are not even aware of how many beautiful creatures exist on our planet .I've got all the pics for my nature gallery collection. Thank you for sharing it with us bro.
Beautiful topic bro
,we are not even aware of how many beautiful creatures exist on our planet .I've got all the pics for my nature gallery collection. Thank you for sharing it with us bro.
EpIcInCoGnItO 2011/09/07 17:17
Wonderful topic description bro.
amazing. Loved reading about these creatures. Birds are beautiful.
Wonderful topic description bro.
amazing. Loved reading about these creatures. Birds are beautiful.
ACIDized 2011/09/08 17:50
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Eternal_Knight 2011/09/08 18:06
thanks. . .
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