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Apr 23, 2026, 08:59 AM

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Paradise Bird of Gold (Paradisaea decora)

The Paradise Bird of Gold inhabits forests at an altitude of 300-700 meters above sea level on the islands of the D'Entrecasteaux Archipelago near New Guinea.

These birds are about 30-33 cm long and are poorly studied due to their small habitat range.

It is known that on Ferguson Island, there are four trees designated for mating dances, and males regularly remove leaves from the branches intended for these important activities.

These paradise birds mainly feed on fruits with a small addition of insects.

Fun Fact: The Paradise Bird of Gold is known for its elaborate and beautiful mating dances, which are performed to attract females. 🌴🐦

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Apr 23, 2026, 08:59 AM

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Nyala (Lowland Nyala) - Tragelaphus angasii

The Nyala is a type of spiral-horned antelope found in Mozambique, Zimbabwe, and the far northeast of South Africa. They have also been introduced to national parks in Botswana and South Africa where they were not previously found.

Nyala can grow up to 140 cm in length and 110 cm in height at the shoulder, weighing between 55 to 125 kg, with males being significantly heavier than females. Males are also larger, with a grey coat and twisted horns with white tips. Females and young are hornless, with a reddish-brown coat. All individuals have up to 18 thin white vertical stripes on their sides.

While females and young form small herds, males live solitary lives. Nyala primarily feed on leaves but occasionally graze on grass.

Fun Fact: Nyala are known for their unique mating behavior, where males follow females and perform a "prancing" display to attract their attention.

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Apr 23, 2026, 08:59 AM

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Sensitive Plant (Mimosa pudica)

The Sensitive Plant, or Mimosa pudica, originates from the tropical regions of South America and is cultivated worldwide as an ornamental plant.

This plant grows to a height of 30-70 cm, occasionally up to 150 cm. Its leaves are sensitive and fold up when touched. This happens because of pulvini (joint-like thickenings that enable movement) at the base of their stems, and receptors on the leaves that are sensitive to pressure.

Interestingly, research has shown that the Sensitive Plant can "remember" the characteristics of contacts and, if they pose no threat, will not fold its leaves.

Beware that this plant is toxic and can cause poisoning in livestock on pastures.

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Apr 23, 2026, 08:59 AM

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Uragus (Long-tailed Rosefinch, Long-tailed Bullfinch) - Carpodacus sibiricus

The Uragus is a songbird from the finch family, with adults measuring 16-19 cm in length, a wingspan of 20-23 cm, and weighing 14-20 g. Its long tail makes it appear larger than a sparrow.

Sexual dimorphism is prominent: males have a vibrant plumage with a pink head, rump, and belly, and black-and-white wings and tail. Females and young males are grey with sparse black speckles.

They are found across most of Asia, Central and Eastern Japan, China, Mongolia, Korea, Kazakhstan, and Kyrgyzstan. In their breeding range, they can be found from Southern Siberia to Southeast Asia, even reaching the Urals.

Their diet mainly consists of seeds (flax, hemp, wormwood, nettle), gathered from the ground or plants, with insects making up a small part of their diet.

Fun Fact: The Uragus is known for its beautiful, melodious song, which is often described as a series of clear, flute-like notes. 🎶🐦

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Apr 23, 2026, 08:59 AM

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Zebra Finch (Taeniopygia guttata) – A Cheerful Exotic Bird

The zebra finch is a small, exotic bird belonging to the finch family and the large order of passerines. Zebra finches are among the most popular birds in the finch family, found on all continents. These birds are hardy, thrive in cages, and breed easily in captivity.

This species is known for its cheerfulness and love for life. Their melodious, warbling songs can lift anyone's spirits.

Interestingly, in the wild, their diet is quite limited, and they consume mostly the same food throughout their lives. Even during the nesting period, they do not eat insects or require additional protein sources. However, in captivity, their diet is much richer, contributing to their lifespan being 1.5-2 times longer than in the wild. 🐦💕

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Apr 23, 2026, 08:59 AM

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Spectacled Owl (Pulsatrix perspicillata)

The Spectacled Owl inhabits South America up to 1000 meters above sea level in humid tropical forests, wooded savannah areas, and dry forests.

Body length: 40-50 cm. Weight: males 450-1100 g, females 700-1250 g.

This owl is dark brown with a whitish yellowish-orange belly, a white spot on the neck, and a dark brown band across the chest. The white "spectacles" around its yellow eyes inspired its name. Spectacled owls are typically nocturnal but may be active on cloudy, gloomy days.

They feed on small mammals (including mice, opossums, or skunks), insects, many caterpillars, bats, birds up to the size of jays, crabs, and frogs. They use some elevation to perch and survey the surrounding area for prey. Once prey is spotted, the bird quickly descends and attacks.

Fun Fact: The Spectacled Owl is one of the few owl species that actively hunts during the day, especially in cloudy weather. 🦉🌳

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Apr 23, 2026, 08:59 AM

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American Woodcock (Scolopax minor)

The American Woodcock is a unique bird found in the eastern United States. It spends most of its time on the ground, with its plumage perfectly camouflaged among shrubs and underbrush.

This bird primarily feeds on worms, using an unusual method that resembles a dance. The woodcock's swaying and tapping on the ground are believed to make the worms move in the soil, making them easier to find.

The American Woodcock has a rounded body, short legs, a large round head, and a long straight bill. Adults typically measure 25-30 cm in length and weigh between 140-230 g.

Woodcocks have large eyes positioned high on their heads, giving them the largest field of vision among birds: 360° horizontally and 180° vertically. 🌟 Fun Fact: Their unique courtship dance involves a distinctive aerial display called "sky dance"! 💃

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Apr 23, 2026, 08:59 AM

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Red Ruffed Lemur (Varecia rubra)

Meet the stunning Red Ruffed Lemur, one of Madagascar's largest lemurs! 🌿🐒

Appearance:
- Body covered in thick red fur
- Black tail, paws, and head
- Body length: ~50 cm
- Tail length: up to 60 cm
- Weight: 3-4 kg

Habitat & Conservation:
- Found only in the rainforests of Masoala National Park, northeastern Madagascar
- Critically endangered, with a very limited range
- Lives high in the trees, 10-20 meters above ground

Diet & Lifespan:
- Primarily fruits, but also eats leaves and young shoots
- Lifespan: 15-20 years in the wild, up to 25 years in captivity

Fun Fact: Red Ruffed Lemurs are known for their loud, complex vocalizations, which can be heard up to 500 meters away! They use these calls to communicate with their group and mark their territory. 🗣️🌳

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Apr 23, 2026, 08:59 AM

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Caiman Lizard (Dracaena guianensis) - a large semi-aquatic lizard native to South America. Its powerful paired scales on the neck, tail, and back give it a distant resemblance to a crocodile.

Body length up to 1 m, inhabits river-flooded coastal forests. Its main food is freshwater snails, the shells of which the caiman lizard easily crushes with its flattened molars. Then it spits out the shell remnants and swallows the snails.

In this video, you can also see the smooth-fronted caiman (Paleosuchus palpebrosus), which inhabits the same areas. It is one of the smallest of all living crocodile species. Males grow up to 210 cm, females - no more than 150 cm. Usually, they do not grow larger than 160 cm and weigh less than 20 kg.

Fun Fact: The smooth-fronted caiman is known for its unique hunting strategy. It uses its tail to stun or kill prey, making it one of the few crocodilians to use its tail in this way. 🐊🐍

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Apr 23, 2026, 08:59 AM

They use a form of vertical clinging and leaping, which allows them to navigate their arboreal habitat efficiently.

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Mar 29, 2026, 04:53 AM

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Hawfinch (Coccothraustes coccothraustes) – a small bird dressed in an extravagant bright outfit, a harbinger of winter colds and frosts... The hawfinch appears when the first frosts form thin icy crusts on puddles.

The closest relatives to hawfinches are bullfinches, and they indeed look similar. Hawfinches differ from bullfinches by having a higher beak and larger size.

This bird is the size of a starling, with a stocky build, a thick, short, slightly hooked beak, and a relatively long notched tail.

Males have a maroon head, back, and breast, a grey belly, and dark brown wings and tail, with narrow white stripes on the shoulders. Females and young birds have a dirty yellow color instead of maroon. They usually feed on trees.

Interesting fact: Hawfinches have one of the strongest beaks of all European birds, capable of cracking even the hardest seeds and nuts! 🌰🐦

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Mar 29, 2026, 04:53 AM

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Japanese White-eye (Zosterops japonicus)

This tiny bird is smaller than a sparrow, reaching up to 12 cm. Both males and females share the same coloration: an olive body, slightly darker wings and tail, and a yellow throat.

In summer, the Japanese white-eye nests in the northern subtropics of East Asia, including Japan and China. During winter, it migrates to Vietnam, Taiwan, and the Philippines.

These birds feed on soft fruits, insects, and flower nectar. Fun fact: They are often depicted in Japanese art.

Did you know? The Japanese white-eye is known for its distinctive white eye-ring, which is a key identifying feature. This small bird plays a significant role in pollination due to its nectar-feeding habits.

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Mar 29, 2026, 04:53 AM

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Horned Owl (Lophostrix cristata)

The Horned Owl is found in the forests of South and Central America.

This medium-sized owl measures 38 to 43 cm in length and weighs between 425 to 620 grams. It is distinguished by its very long ear tufts, which are white or yellowish-brown, and a prominent white stripe above the eyes that extends into the ear tufts. Its plumage varies from yellow to brown with reddish spots.

Like most owls, this species is strictly nocturnal. They typically roost together with their mate during the day in dense thickets along tree-lined streams or rivers.

Their diet mainly consists of large insects and small vertebrates. Interestingly, bats make up only about 5% of this owl's diet. 🦉🌿

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Mar 29, 2026, 04:53 AM

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Butterfly gets caught in a spider's web—but the spider chooses to ruin its trap and let it go! Hmm, was this video filmed in paradise? Not at all!

When the Tiger Butterfly (Parthenos sylvia) was a caterpillar, it fed on the leaves of toxic Adenia plants—and now produces its own toxin to protect itself from predators.

This clever creature lives in India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia (Myanmar, Malaysia, the Philippines, and New Guinea).

Fun fact: The toxin makes the butterfly taste terrible to predators, ensuring its survival! 🦋🌿

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Mar 29, 2026, 04:53 AM

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Leaf Butterfly (Kallima inachus) - A Stunning Example of Mimicry in Nature!

The Leaf Butterfly's resemblance to dry leaves is so realistic that even knowing it's a butterfly, you might struggle to spot it. Its color, shape, veins, and even the ragged edges of its wings perfectly mimic a withered leaf.

To enhance this disguise, the butterfly folds its wings in a specific way: short projections on the hindwings press against the branch, mimicking a leaf stalk.

These butterflies primarily inhabit tropical regions of Asia, from India to Japan. In China, they are considered rare. Adults have a wingspan ranging from 45 to 90 mm, depending on the species.

Leaf Butterflies have several natural predators, including birds, ants, spiders, and wasps. They baffle birds with their behavior, fluttering away and then vanishing among the leaves or rocks in an instant!

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Mar 29, 2026, 04:53 AM

Fun Fact: The Leaf Butterfly's mimicry is so effective that it can even fool other butterflies, using its leaf-like appearance to avoid territorial disputes! 🌿🦋

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Mar 29, 2026, 04:53 AM

However, purebred zebu typically produce less milk and grow more slowly than European cows.

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Mar 29, 2026, 04:53 AM

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Bearded Reedling (Panurus biarmicus) - A Unique Bird

The Bearded Reedling is a unique bird, being the sole member of its genus and family. Its closest relatives are likely larks.

Habitat & Range
This bird inhabits reed beds and is found from Western Europe to Manchuria, but not everywhere. In Central Europe, it's mainly found along the North and Baltic Sea coasts. It can be spotted in the south up to Zabaykalsky Krai, and along the western borders.

Diet
In summer, they feed on insects and spiders, while in winter, they switch to plant seeds.

Nesting
Their nest is a deep cup at the base of reeds near water, made of old reeds and lined with reed flower heads. These birds form pairs while still young and stay together for life.

Fun Fact: Despite their name, Bearded Reedlings are not closely related to reed warblers. They are more closely related to larks! 🐦

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Mar 29, 2026, 04:53 AM

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Long-tailed Macaque (Macaca fascicularis)

This macaque species has a wide range, from eastern Bangladesh through Myanmar, Thailand, Indochina, the islands of the Malay Archipelago to the Philippines. They inhabit lowland tropical forests, including areas near human settlements, and mangrove forests, and are excellent swimmers.

They are medium-sized monkeys, with body lengths ranging from 40 to 65 cm. Their tail is about half a meter long, and their limbs are short. Their fur is gray with a greenish tint, and they have a dark crest on their head, with distinctive light-colored mustaches and sideburns.

Long-tailed macaques are omnivorous. Although they can forage for food in water, crabs are not their primary diet. They consume fruits, berries, leaves, nuts, insects, snails, and crustaceans, and raid bird nests.

Fun Fact: These macaques use stone tools to access various mollusks, showcasing their intelligence and adaptability. 🌿🐒💎

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Mar 29, 2026, 04:53 AM

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Zebu (Bos taurus indicus) - The Humped Cattle

Unlike European cows, zebu trace their origins not from the Eurasian aurochs but from the Indian aurochs.

Zebu thrive in tropical and subtropical climates, but they are less refined in agricultural traits compared to European cows due to selective breeding.

Fun Fact: Zebu are known for their distinctive hump, which is a fat deposit that helps them regulate body temperature in hot climates. This adaptation makes them highly resilient to heat and tropical diseases.

Zebu differ from European cows by having a large hump on their back, sometimes fringed with hair, and skin folds between their front legs.

In Africa, many breeds have been developed by crossing zebu with European cows. Since the 20th century, zebu have also been crossbred with European cows in other tropical regions to improve their heat tolerance and resistance to tropical diseases.

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Mar 28, 2026, 05:20 PM

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Grey Go-away-bird (Crinifer concolor) - No Banana Lover!

Did you know that the Grey Go-away-bird doesn't eat bananas at all? Despite its name, this bird is not a fan of bananas. It belongs to the turaco family and is native to the warm, yellow landscapes of Namibia, Zimbabwe, northern Botswana, and the northern part of South Africa.

These birds thrive in shrublands and open forests, feasting mainly on fruits like wild figs and berries, as well as termites, snails, flowers, buds, and leaves. You can spot them easily by their long tail feathers, crest, and grey plumage. Adults can grow up to 50 cm in length. They often gather in small groups and are quite vocal.

Fun Fact: The Grey Go-away-bird gets its name from its distinctive "go-away" call, which sounds like someone saying "go-way" or "go-away". 🎶🐦

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Mar 26, 2026, 06:13 PM

They have been observed using tools and even engaging in playful behavior, showing a level of cognitive ability rarely seen in birds.

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Mar 26, 2026, 06:13 PM

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The African bird, the fork-tailed drongo (Dicrurus adsimilis), can mimic the voices of meerkats and uses this ability to steal their food!

Meerkats communicate with each other using specific sounds, which help them recognize one another and warn of danger. When a threat approaches, they swiftly run to hide in their burrows.

The clever drongo has learned to perfectly imitate the loud sounds of these creatures, anticipating their behavior. Meerkats have an excellent sense of smell, which helps them unerringly dig up prey, and the bird shamelessly takes advantage of this, taking the food for itself.

At any warning cry from the drongo, the timid families of meerkats abandon their food and scatter. Moreover, the intelligent trickster changes its voice every time the meerkats uncover the deception and stop fleeing.

Fun fact: Drongos are known for their intelligence and problem-solving skills.

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Mar 26, 2026, 06:13 PM

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Red-and-white giant flying squirrel (Petaurista alborufus) - the largest of the flying squirrels, native to China and Taiwan. Like other flying squirrels, this species has patagium (skin membranes) between their front and hind legs, which they use to glide between trees.

These flying squirrels can reach lengths of about a meter (including the tail), making them the largest gliding mammals (not counting humans).

This flying squirrel can glide over large distances. There have been reports of flights up to 75 meters and beyond; it typically glides at an angle of 40-60 degrees from the horizontal, sometimes at a steeper angle for shorter flights. It nests in tree hollows at least 10 meters above the ground.

These squirrels are omnivorous and not picky eaters. They consume whatever they can find - fruits, leaves, nuts, insects, larvae, and worms.

Fun Fact: Flying squirrels cannot truly fly like birds or bats.

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Instead, they glide from tree to tree using their patagium, which acts like a parachute. They can steer and maneuver in the air by adjusting the tension of their patagium and using their tail for balance.

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Mar 26, 2026, 06:13 PM

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Fan Parrot (Deroptyus accipitrinus)

The Fan Parrot inhabits the northern part of South America, primarily in the Amazon rainforest and northern Bolivia. It can also be found in Colombia, Venezuela, Guyana, Brazil, Ecuador, and Peru.

These parrots reside in dense, impenetrable tropical forests with untouched vegetation.

They grow up to 35 cm in body length and have a tail up to 15 cm long. Their primary plumage is green. The feathers on the back of their head and nape are dark carmine and elongated, creating a unique "collar" that they can raise when agitated. Each feather in this "collar" has a pale blue edge.

Fan Parrots are known for their calm and pleasant demeanor, making them great companions. They bond strongly with their human caregivers and can become quite tame. With proper care, they can live up to 40 years.

Fun Fact: The Fan Parrot's unique "collar" feathers are not just for show! They play a crucial role in communication and courtship displays. 🦜💚

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Mar 26, 2026, 06:13 PM

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Bateleur Eagle (Terathopius ecaudatus)

The Bateleur Eagle is easily recognizable by its very short tail (ecaudatus means "tailless" in Latin) and white underwings.

Fun fact: "Bateleur" translates to "street performer" in French.

With a body length of 55-75 cm, wingspan of 170-180 cm, and weight of 2-3 kg, this eagle is named for its amazing acrobatic maneuvers during the breeding season.

Native to Africa south of the Sahara, the Bateleur Eagle's unique appearance and behavior have led to various superstitions. Some East African tribes believe its shadow is deadly, while others revere it as a healer that brings medicinal roots. 🦅🌍

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Mar 26, 2026, 06:13 PM

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The Tricolored Capuchinbird (Perissocephalus tricolor) is a South American songbird found in the subtropical and tropical moist lowland or montane forests of Colombia, Venezuela, Suriname, and Guyana.

These are quite large birds, with a body length of up to 35 cm, an extravagant appearance, and a very loud voice that resembles the mooing of a calf. Hence, their English name, "calfbird."

They primarily feed on fruits and insects. Interestingly, not much else is known about these fascinating birds!

🌿🐦🌴

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Mar 24, 2026, 06:17 PM

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Leaf Insects (Phylliidae) are insects that mimic leaves in color and body shape. They are found in the tropics of Southeast Asia.

Their primary color is bright green, but some species also have yellow and orange variations. Many species have black or brown spots along the edges of their bodies, enhancing their resemblance to leaves.

They can grow up to 12.5 cm in length. Females have wide, flat bodies, while males typically have narrower bodies with longer wings that cover their entire bodies. Due to their light weight, males of many species can fly, but only for very short distances.

In nature, they spend most of their time on the leaves of trees and shrubs, which they mimic in shape and color, and also feed on.

Fun Fact: Leaf insects are so good at mimicking leaves that they even mimic the veins and edges of leaves, making them nearly indistinguishable from real leaves! 🌿🍃

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Mar 24, 2026, 06:17 PM

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Dipper (Cinclus cinclus) - a unique songbird that can excellently dive and navigate underwater even during severe frosts (up to -40 degrees).

Found in the Kola Peninsula, the Urals, the Caucasus, the Carpathians, and Southern Siberia. It inhabits the banks of fast, clear rivers and streams.

The dipper hunts for food, skillfully moving along the bottom of water bodies. It feeds on aquatic insects and crustaceans, which it collects in shallow water, among rocks, and underwater. Interestingly, it has a round lens and a flat cornea, allowing it to see perfectly underwater.

Its plumage is dark brown, dense, and waterproof. Its body length is from 18 to 20 cm. Dippers have a stocky build, a small tail, and very long limbs. 🐦💦

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