Stygian owl (Asio stygius), identified by its dark, mottled plumage, large orange-yellow eyes, and prominent dark ear tufts. These reclusive owls are native to the Neotropics, inhabiting regions from Mexico through parts of Central America, Cuba, Hispaniola, and throughout much of South America. They are medium-sized birds, Known for a "superbly unnerving" stare, they use their large eyes to hunt other birds, mammals, and insects, often roosting in forests or urban parks during the da
This is a Red-tailed black cockatoo (Calyptorhynchus banksii) featuring striking yellow spots.Based on the yellow plumage spots, this is a female.
These birds are native to Australia, where they inhabit humid forests and drier parts of the continent.
They are highly specialized feeders, often consuming
A close-up of a female Red-Tailed Black Cockatoo showing off all of those beautiful yellow spots.