Eurasian Wigeon (Mareca penelope)
The Eurasian Wigeon has been spotted in Oahu and the Big Island of Hawaii, although sightings of this species in Hawaii are generally rare. The …
Hawaii Bird Guide
Long-tailed Duck (Clangula hyemalis)
The Long-tailed Duck, also known as Clangula hyemalis, is a species that embodies both beauty and resilience. Its distinct features, combined with its extraordinary journey …
Harlequin Duck (Histrionicus histrionicus)
The Harlequin duck, scientifically known as Histrionicus histrionicus, gets its name from the striking patterns adorning its feathers, resembling the garb of a playful jester …
Black Scoter (Melanitta americana)
The Black Scoter (Melanitta americana) is a sea duck that is found primarily along the coasts of North America. With its striking black plumage and …
Surf Scoter (Melanitta perspicillata)
The Surf Scoter (Melanitta perspicillata) is a fascinating bird that is known for its striking appearance and unique behaviors. This species of sea duck is …
Lesser Scaup (Aythya affinis)
Lesser scaup swimsThe Lesser Scaup (Aythya affinis) is a small diving duck that is found throughout North America. Despite its small size, it is a …
Horned Grebe (Podiceps auritus)
The Horned Grebe, also known as the Slavonian Grebe, is a small waterbird that is known for its striking appearance and unique behaviors. With its …
Pied-billed Grebe (Podilymbus podiceps)
The Pied-billed Grebe, also known as the water grebe, is a small, brown waterbird found across much of North America. These expert divers inhabit freshwater …
Ring-necked Pheasant (Phasianus colchicus)
Ring-necked Pheasants are a strikingly beautiful bird species that have been introduced to various parts of the world, including North America and Hawaii. With iridescent …
Erckel’s Spurfowl (Pternistis erckelii)
Erckel’s Spurfowl (Pternistis erckelii) is a striking bird species native to the highlands of Ethiopia and Eritrea in East Africa. With its black and white …